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Benefits support and advice
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Council Tax support
You can apply for Council Tax Support if you're on low income and liable to pay Council Tax
Housing Benefit
You can apply for Housing Benefit if you’re on a low income
Universal Credit
Support and advice on how to apply for Universal Credit
Benefits if you're disabled, have a health condition or are caring for somebody
You may be able to claim benefits from the government if you have a disability or are caring for somebody.
View your benefits online
You can view your benefit payments through your online account
Report benefit fraud
Information about benefit fraud and how to report it
Crisis payment scheme for Poole area residents
Information about the support scheme for residents at risk in the Poole area
Contact us about benefits
Contact us to discuss benefit claims, changes and appeals
Help if you are struggling to pay your rent
If your Housing Benefit or the housing element of Universal Credit does not cover your full eligible rent and you are struggling to pay your rent you may be able to get Discretionary Housing Payments.