Financial equality and wellbeing support
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Support for residents
The Financial Equality and Wellbeing Team can help you apply for financial assistance, support you to get employment or can help you understand what other help you could be eligible for. They will look at everything from benefits, discretionary financial support, help with food costs as well as accessing local charities or community initiatives.
Even if you are not sure if you would be eligible for help, or you just don’t know where to start, get in touch and call us on 01206 505855 or email benefits.advice@colchester.gov.uk.
You can also complete our financial equality and wellbeing support form.
Essex Frontline
Essex Frontline is a community resource that makes it easy to find local health and wellbeing services. It helps both frontline workers and the public quickly discover what support is available nearby and get in touch with services through simple call‑back or referral options.Visit the Essex Frontline website
Page last reviewed: 30 January 2026