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Financial support for homeowners

If you’re a Shared Owner or Leaseholder and struggling financially – due to job loss, low income, or rising costs – there may be help available. Some benefits are not means tested e.g. PIP an additional income to help with the cost of being disabled.

You may be eligible for:

  • Universal Credit (including housing and service charge support).
  • Support for Mortgage Interest (SMI) – a repayable loan for mortgage interest.
  • Housing Benefit – if not eligible for Universal Credit.
  • Council Tax Reduction – up to 100% off your bill.
  • Newlon’s Hardship Fund – help with rent arrears, food, utilities, and essentials.
  • Discretionary Housing Payments – extra help with rent.
  • Help with NHS Costs – free prescriptions, dental care, eye tests, and travel.
  • Other Benefits – including Child Benefit, Carer’s Allowance, disability benefits such as PIP, and more.

Need help understanding what you qualify for? Contact the Financial Inclusion team at Newlon:

Email: financialinclusion@newlon.org.uk

Call: 020 7033 4605

We can help you identify possible support and assist with your claims.

You can also use the free online entitledto benefits calculator to see if you are eligible for for any help and support.