People in need, usually older people and those in receipt of benefits, who live in the old borough of High Wycombe. The society will also help ex-service personnel and their dependants.
Eligibility
People in need, usually older people and those in receipt of benefits, who live in the old borough of High Wycombe. The society will also help ex-service personnel and their dependants.
Exclusions
No grants towards council tax.
Type of grants
Mainly one-off grants in kind and gift vouchers to a maximum of £100. Recent grants have been given for food, clothing and furniture.
Applications
In writing to the correspondent including details of income, savings, family situation and a quote for the goods needed along with any relevant supporting documents. Applications can be submitted through a social worker, Citizens Advice or other welfare agency and are considered on a monthly basis.
Other information
The society also runs a Pensioners Pop-In for people over 50 twice a week and facilitates a division of SSAFA Forces help.
The society also has a second-hand furniture warehouse and clothes and soft furnishings store (Tel: 01494 443459 email: furniture@central-aid.org.uk).
Grant provided by: The High Wycombe Central Aid Society
Contact Details
West Richardson Street
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire HP11 2SB
Telephone: 01494 535890
Fax: 01494 538256
Email: office@central-aid.org.uk
Website: www.central-aid.org.uk