Get help in a crisis (Crisis and Resilience Fund)

Short-term support if you are on a low income and facing a financial shock.

The Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) provides short-term support if you are on a low income and facing a financial shock. It can help you meet essential living needs and support you to become more financially stable.

You can apply if you:

• live in Derby or have a local connection
• are aged 16 or over
• are responsible for your household costs
• are experiencing an immediate financial shock

You may be able to get help if you cannot afford essential items due to a crisis, such as:

• not having any food
• not having gas or electricity
• a sudden loss of income
• benefit delays or reductions
• under risk of losing your home
• other emergencies, for example, illness, fire or family breakdown.

You will not usually get help for:

• ongoing living costs
• non-essential items
• debts that can be managed in other ways
• repeat requests without engaging with support.

Support depends on your situation and may include:

• food support or help accessing food
• emergency gas or electricity support
• essential household items (such as white goods or furniture)
• short-term financial help in some cases
• help to stay in your home or find accommodation.

For more information and to apply, visit the Derby City Council website: www.derby.gov.uk/advice-and-benefits/benefits/crisis-and-resilience-fund/