Support with day to day living

Family life is always full of challenges. But if everyday responsibilities, such as feeding your family or paying bills, are difficult you may need extra support.

Get the free help and support you need in this section of Kent Family Hubs. Find out how to apply for benefits, free school meals, transport and other help you may qualify for. Or search for a foodbank or childcare.

Cost of living support

If you have money worries or are looking for ways to make your money go further, we can help you find your way through the advice and support available.
Childcare and pre-school

Discover childcare types, funding options or access our childcare advice line.
Help to buy food, milk and vitamins

Find out what support is available to get your baby into healthy habits and give them the best start in life.
Free school transport

For children attending their nearest school and travelling over 3 miles (2 miles if aged under 8), SEND children or for some low income families.
Housing help from your district council

Contact a local authority about housing benefits, renting and finding a new home.
Free school meals

If you have children under 19 and in full time education, you may be able to get free school meals for them. You can apply online now.
Short courses for employment

Find courses to help you get work on Kent Adult Education website, including first aid, childminding, catering and office work.
Find a food bank

Find your nearest food bank

Get help paying for your childcare

Apply for 15 or 30 hours of free childcare per week.

Apply today

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Money worries? Get help now

Free, confidential money and debt advice by phone, online video and webchat, or in person at one of the 5 kiosks.

Kent Money Advice Hub

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Skill up with language and essential skills courses

Start a course to help you in day-to-day life and in the work place. You could try, GCSE maths or English, functional skills or English for speakers of other languages (ESOL).

Find courses with Kent Adult Education