Tandridge District Council is poised to set aside £150,000 to support its most vulnerable residents through the winter months. The council plans to run its winter support scheme for another year, providing money to eligible residents to help with essentials and bills.
Councillors on the strategy and resources committee are due to consider these proposals this week. Previous schemes have reportedly assisted nearly 500 households.
Those applying must be a householder aged 16 or over, have their primary residence in the Tandridge District Council area, and be struggling to meet essential short-term needs. Prioritised categories for aid include those with dependent children, disabilities, pensioners, carers, those at risk of homelessness, and victims of domestic abuse.
Awards would not normally exceed £150 for households without children and £250 for households containing children. If the renewed programme is approved, applications would open on 9 November.