Support in Cheshire

A directory of financial support that is available in Cheshire

Help for people with disabilities and special needs

Help for families with young children

Healthy Start Scheme If you're more than 10 weeks pregnant or have a child under 4, you might get help to buy:

  • Milk

  • Fruit and vegetables

  • Baby formula

  • Vitamins

You’ll get a special card with money added every 4 weeks. You can use it in many UK shops. Find out more on the NHS Healthy Starts Website. 

Free Dental Products at Boots: If you have a child aged 3 to 5, you can get free toothbrushes and toothpaste at Boots. Just go into the store and ask for “Jesse” a staff member will help you quietly.

Emergency Essentials for Children: If your family is going through a tough time, the BBC Children in Need Emergency Essentials Programme can help. It provides things like:

  • Beds and bedding

  • Cookers and fridges

  • Clothes and baby equipment

You need a support worker or organisation to apply for you. Learn more at the Family Fund Service Website.