Help with money, benefits and making decisions

If you're struggling with money, benefits, or managing someone else's affairs, there are services that can help.

Advice about money worries

Contact Advice Lewisham for free help with debt, benefits and other financial issues. They offer a free advice line and face-to-face drop-in sessions.

For advice about debt, benefits and other money issues contact Advice Lewisham who offer a free telephone advice line and face-to-face drop-in sessions.

Vulnerable people aged 60+ can also get free help from Lewisham SAIL Connections.

Over 60?

Vulnerable older people can also get support through Sail Connections - a free service that connects you to advice, health and wellbeing support.

Making decisions for someone else

If you're helping someone else manage their care, now might be the time to look into lasting power of attorney and other ways to support them legally and financially.

For more detailed guidance on funding care and support, visit our paying for your care and support section.

Published on: 23/06/2025