1 minute read
If you are on state benefits
FOr T hOSe who receive benefits the Southwark emergency Support Scheme (SeSS) is the one to apply for.
what iS it and who can aPPly?
Advertisement
If you’re claiming one of the benefits listed below please apply to the Southwark Emergency Support Scheme (SESS) instead. It is for Southwark residents who are facing a crisis, emergency or disaster and needs help.
• Universal Credit
• Pension Credit
• Employment and Support Allowance (income based)
• Jobseekers Allowance (income based)
• Income Support
• Working Tax Credit
NOTE: You can apply to Southwark Emergency Support Scheme if you or your partner are receiving one of the benefits listed below or have made a claim for one or more of these benefits in the last six weeks and are waiting for a decision on a claim. In most instances, as well as receiving one of the benefits mentioned above, you must also:
• have been living in Southwark for at least 3 months how to aPPly
• be 16 years of age or older. They will only consider applications made by the main householder.
Southwark Council is urging people to apply as soon as possible, as renewed funds from the government have not yet been confirmed.
You will need to fill out a form that will take around 10 to 15 minutes. There are three steps to make your claim:
1. You will be asked for information to confirm you are eligible for a payment from this scheme
2. You will be asked for some information about your circumstances so that the council can understand more about people applying for emergency support this way - they won’t use this information for any other how iS it Paid? how do i aPPly? what will i be aSked?
They normally provide goods or services rather than cash. For example, you might qualify for a food gift card or help with your energy bills.
To access the form, go to southwark.gov. uk/benefits-and-support/emergencysupport. Click ‘Apply for emergency support - I’m claiming benefits.’ Click ‘Make an application’ and fill out the form.
You will be asked standard questions like your name, address and about your
