We all need a bit of support or guidance from time to time, but it’s not always easy to know who can help or where to begin.
Here for Hart webpages: The new Here for Hart section on our website brings together information and links to a range of support and resources to assist people, whether they are worried about money or their housing situation, looking to get into employment or training, or would like to improve their health and wellbeing. These pages are not intended to be a complete directory of services, but we hope they provide a starting point to help people find a way forward.
The web pages offer information about a range of support and services such as:
Housing support: Our Housing team can be contacted through the usual channels for information, advice and assistance to help resolve housing or homelessness issues. Email [email protected] or by phone 01252 774420 Monday to Thursday 8.30 till 5pm and Friday 8.30 till 4.30. Further information can be found at www.hart.gov.uk/housing-advice
Funds to help households with essentials: Hart District Council administers two funds to support households that are most in need in the district. The Local Welfare Provision Hardship Grant is a financial assistance scheme to help people who are in a crisis or emergency situation and where low level financial assistance would help prevent the crisis or emergency from escalating. The Household Support Fund can provide assistance to individuals that do not have sufficient resources to meet the immediate short-term needs of themselves or dependents. Eligibility criteria apply and more information can be found in our Covid-19 information hub.
Employment and skills support: Here for Hart has supported the development of two employment initiatives to assist residents into work or training.
Hart into Employment is a supportive online community run by experienced careers advisers. The community aims to help Hart residents aged 18 and above who are out of work or at risk of redundancy.
Job searching can feel like a lonely task, but Hart into Employment is here to help.
If you know someone who is looking for work and would like a bit of support, please let them know about Hart into Employment.
Whether they are facing a specific challenge in their job search or would simply like to be part of a friendly group to build their confidence and help them stay motivated, find out how Hart into Employment can help: www.jobclubs.co.uk, email [email protected], or telephone 01483 604580.
Hart into Employment offers weekly Zoom groups with trained careers advisors, online information and resources, and support to explore your options. Members say it improves their motivation and self-confidence and helps them feel more optimistic.
North Hants Employment Skills Zone
We have joined forces with Rushmoor and Basingstoke and Deane Councils to launch a new North Hants Youth Employment Skills Zone, providing dedicated employment support for 18–24-year-olds across the North Hampshire area. For more information on how this service can help visit www.esznorthhants.org.uk or email [email protected].
The Community Pantry at Yateley Industries
Pay a £5 membership fee per shop to receive at least £15 worth of fresh, frozen and general foods. For information about how you can become a member Telephone 01252 872337 or Email [email protected]
Mental health and wellbeing support
Information about websites, Apps, helplines, and local services for children, young people and adults can be found on the Here for Hart pages and at Mental Wellbeing Hampshire.
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