Benefits, financial and housing support for families

How to claim benefits, who to contact if you need help and where to get further advice.

Find out about Child Benefit, if you are eligible and how to claim it on the GOV.UK website.

You may be able to claim benefits or get financial help if you look after a child with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND) or you have SEND.

Help is available for Brighton & Hove residents struggling with the cost of living.

How to find childcare in Brighton & Hove and what financial support you could get.

Use the Childcare Support Checker in the Best Start in Life Parent Hub to find out what childcare funding you are entitled to.

Find out if your child is eligible for free school meals and how to apply for them.

Find out where you can access free or low cost school uniforms.

Find information if you are a council tenant, private tenant, landlord or homeowner. Also get help and support if you are part of a travelling community, homeless or at risk of homelessness.