Help others in your community understand and access support

Every family’s journey in Bromley is different.

You might want to share:

• What support you found helpful
• How easy (or difficult) it was to access services
• What made a difference
• Advice for other parents

Why Sharing Matters

Your experience can:

• Help other families find support faster
• Improve awareness of local services
• Reduce stigma around asking for help
• Strengthen community support

👉 Support is available locally — and reaching out could make a real difference

There are several food support options available across Bromley:

• Local food banks (some require referral vouchers)
• Community kitchens and meal programmes
• Charity-led food support initiatives
• Low-cost food schemes or food clubs

Support may include:

• Emergency food parcels
• Regular food provision
• Access to hot meals

👉 It’s important to check opening times and referral requirements before attending.

👶 Family & Early Years Support

Families with young children can access additional support:

• Children’s centres and family hubs
• Health visitor and maternity services
• Parenting and early intervention programmes
• Holiday food programmes and free school meal support

You may also be eligible for:

• Healthy Start scheme (help with food for young children)
• Support with childcare and early years services

If you are struggling with household bills:

• Contact your energy supplier to:

  • Arrange payment plans
  • Apply for hardship funds
  • Access discounted tariffs

• You may also be able to access:

  • Government cost of living payments
  • Fuel and utility support schemes
  • Advice on managing energy use

• Local services can help with:

  • Reducing energy costs
  • Managing arrears
  • Accessing grants and support

Residents in Bromley may be able to access a range of support depending on their circumstances:

💸 Financial Support

• Household Support Fund payments for essential costs
• Emergency financial assistance for residents in crisis
• Council Tax Reduction schemes
• Support with unexpected expenses

🏠 Housing & Rent Support

• Housing Benefit and Universal Credit housing support
• Help with rent arrears or risk of eviction
• Homelessness prevention services
• Advice for private tenants and social housing residents

📊 Money & Debt Advice

• Budgeting and financial planning support
• Debt management and repayment advice
• Benefit checks to ensure you are receiving full entitlements
• Income maximisation support

There are several ways to access support depending on your situation:

• Visit Bromley Council cost of living support pages
  (search: Bromley Council cost of living support)
• Contact local advice services such as Citizens Advice Bromley
• Speak to community organisations and local charities
• Visit family hubs and community centres for guidance

You may be asked to provide:

• Proof of address
• Evidence of financial difficulty
• Referral from a professional (for some services)

👉 If you’re unsure where to start, local advice services can guide you through available support.

If you are living in Bromley and experiencing financial hardship, there are a range of local services available to support you with essential costs including food, housing, and energy bills.

Support is delivered through Bromley Council, local charities, and community organisations working together to help residents manage the impact of rising living costs.

💙 How Basch Helps Can Help

Basch Helps provides targeted support for families experiencing financial hardship, especially during pregnancy and early parenthood.

We support families in Bromley by providing:

• AngelBox support for eligible families
• Essential baby items including clothing and equipment
• Practical support during pregnancy and early childhood
• Support for families who may not be fully reached by statutory services

We focus on:

• Families in urgent or high-need situations
• Those struggling with the cost of living
• Supporting early childhood needs at critical stages

👉 Our aim is to ensure every child has access to essential items during the earliest stages of life.