Get legal advice Where to get free and confidential legal services, including legal aid. Money advice: benefits, debt and budgeting Support to help you manage your money, including benefits advice, debt help and simple budgeting guidance. Crisis Payments and Local Welfare Assistance The Crisis Payments and Local Welfare Assistance scheme provides emergency financial support to residents facing severe financial hardship. Citizens Advice Waltham Forest for Direct Payment Support Providing free and confidential advice and support to people who are receiving Direct Payment for getting care. Find a local credit union Find out how joining a credit union can help build your finances. Completing online forms How to complete the form and what to do if you don't access to Wi-Fi. Get Pensions advice There is a dedicated pension website for members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). It provides up-to-date information on local government pension issues. Get help with energy bills and council tax rebate Find out about energy bills and the council tax rebate. Support and community services in your area The support and community services directory features services in Waltham Forest. From creative activities and events to support for the cost of living crisis. Crisis and Resilience Fund The UK Government introduced a new scheme, the Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF), on 1 April 2026.