Families who are experiencing financial hardship and are unable to meet the cost of their immediate needs are able to apply to the Discretionary Assistance Fund for an emergency assistance payment (EAP) which can help with the cost of food, gas and electricity. Applications for these crisis payments can be made using the link below which also includes more information on this scheme. These crisis payments are made within 24 hours and are open to anyone who is experiencing financial hardship.
https://gov.wales/discretionary-assistance-fund-daf
Peter McIlroy
Practical Services Manager Age Cymru Dyfed
