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Information for people in need of food support.
You can now request a food parcel online. We aim to be in touch within 24 hours of an online request, however, if you refer to us on a Friday afternoon after 1pm, we may not be able to process the referral until the following Monday or Tuesday (if it's a Bank Holiday).
We offer Halal food and try our best to provide meals that fit your dietary needs and cultural preferences. We also have options for people who don't have a kitchen or have limited cooking space.
Who can we help?
- Those who have applied for universal credit and have not yet received a payment
- If you have had a change in benefit circumstances
- Those affected by physical and mental health issues
- People who are in financial hardship and are accepting support in addressing the root causes
- If you are in a situation that has led to being short-term homeless or in the process of being rehoused
- Victims of a crime which has left them in a difficult situation short-term
- People who have no access to public funds, but who are requesting support in addressing the root causes
- Anyone facing a significant life issue, which is affecting their financial situation
We will signpost to relevant agencies where required for support.
This is only a brief summary, for more details please call us on 01332 227728 or email info@df4ta.com
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Leaflets
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| DF4T Alliance leaflet - Arabic (2022) | 481.90 KB |
| DF4T Alliance leaflet - English (2023) | 945.00 KB |
| DF4T Alliance leaflet - Punjabi (2022) | 673.52 KB |
| DF4T Alliance leaflet - Urdu (2022) | 814.08 KB |
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At DF4TA, we understand the importance of financial stability in achieving overall well-being. While we don’t provide direct financial assistance, we have gathered a list of trusted resources that can help you better manage your finances and navigate financial challenges.
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