We're here for you this Winter
We know that this winter is going to be different for many of us for lots of reasons.
That is why these weekly cost of living newsletters will focus on the support, information, advice and guidance to help you and your family, friends and communities see the winter months through safely and warmly.
 Having a warm and dry home helps you to stay well in cold weather, but we know that this year it may be harder than usual to do this.
If you are worried about paying your fuel bills you are not alone, millions of people in England live in cold homes and this is something we are trying to tackle in Doncaster. For support from the Council’s Sustainability Unit, email: energy.team@doncaster.gov.uk or call: 01302 737053.
For more information on energy saving tips and accessing help with your energy bills please visit the Doncaster Council website.
 Whether you need assistance with budgeting and managing your money, calculating your benefits or guidance on the support available to you this winter, there is advice available. Please visit the Citizens Advice website or call: 01302 243057
Money Helper brings has lots of information on financial support and services, including on managing bills, dealing with debt and cost of living help and advice. You can visit the money helper website for information on support available.
Or can contact money helper:
- Online by using a web chat
- Over the phone on 0800 138 7777
- Via WhatsApp on +44 77 0134 2744
The Moneywise webpage on the St Leger Homes website also has lots of helpful hints to help manage your life and money on a limited budget or to find local groups in your area regarding bills.
For more information on support to help your manage your money visit the Your Life Doncaster website,
 Your Place
There are 4 new Your Place hubs in Doncaster where you can drop-in for a chat about anything that is bothering you, from financial support, childcare advice, housing, school issues, benefits and much more.
The teams are at Woodlands Library, the Civic Office (Doncaster City Centre), Vermuyden Centre (Thorne) and Conisbrough Library.
For more information and support for families, please visit the Your Life Doncaster website.
 Food Banks and pantries in Doncaster
If you are in need of extra support to provide food for yourself or your family, there are many food banks across Doncaster that can help, throughout winter and beyond.
Food banks and pantries across Doncaster provide a warm welcome in a safe environment, a listening ear and the food support that you need.
You should check in with each foodbank to understand their process of providing aid. Your Life Doncaster has a list of foodbanks in and around your area. It also has information on opening times and the process of getting support.
Free school meals
Check if you qualify for free school meals, apply and find out more on the Doncaster Council website.
 Getting your flu jab and Covid-19 Autumn Booster
If you are eligible for a flu jab or the Covid-19 Autumn booster, please get them as soon as you can.
The flu jab is free for eligible groups of people through your GP, midwife or school. Many pharmacies across Doncaster also offer the NHS flu jab. For a full list of eligible groups, visit the NHS website.
The NHS will contact those eligible to book in for the autumn/winter Covid booster, so you don’t need to contact the NHS. Find out more on the NHS South Yorkshire website.
To reduce the risk of spreading flu and Covid-19, remember to catch it, bin it, kill it - use tissues to sneeze and cough into, bin them immediately and continue to wash your hands regularly and thoroughly. If you are feeling unwell or if you have symptoms of Covid-19, you should avoid close contact with others until you feel better. When visiting any healthcare setting, please remember to take and wear a face covering.
For more information on your physical mental health and wellbeing, visit the Your Life Doncaster website.
Please share information in these newsletters and our online resources, with family, friends and neighbours that would find this information helpful.
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