It's getting tough out there. Feeling the pinch?

mumf

Floss said:

@mumf hope you're with us for the long term. You will find all sorts of tips & hints on MSE, some incredibly useful and some downright ridiculous in your circumstances (not heating one's home for example) so I'm sure there will be ways you can shave your budget. 

Are you a cook, by any chance? If you're going to be mainly at home maybe you could take on the challenge  of managing the household catering, both budget & cooking?

I am a cook. 

ladyholly

mumf If you dont receive benefits check if you are entitled to anything. Even a tiny amount opens doors to other things and while it wont help your illness it may make life a bit more comfortable.  There are various agencies who can help you with eligibility and filling in the forms. The way the form is filled in is important using the right phraseology for dwp. The benebits board mey be of help.

Pollycat

I also suggested mumf check out the debt-free wannabe board for advice on reducing outgoings.

mumf

ladyholly said:

mumf If you dont receive benefits check if you are entitled to anything. Even a tiny amount opens doors to other things and while it wont help your illness it may make life a bit more comfortable.  There are various agencies who can help you with eligibility and filling in the forms. The way the form is filled in is important using the right phraseology for dwp. The benebits board mey be of help.

Indeed. My neighbour is a social worker,and has started telling me which way to jump. I will check info here too. Big change coming,but we will do ok I reckon. Don’t want a lot! 

Pollycat

mumf said:

ladyholly said:

mumf If you dont receive benefits check if you are entitled to anything. Even a tiny amount opens doors to other things and while it wont help your illness it may make life a bit more comfortable.  There are various agencies who can help you with eligibility and filling in the forms. The way the form is filled in is important using the right phraseology for dwp. The benebits board mey be of help.

Indeed. My neighbour is a social worker,and has started telling me which way to jump. I will check info here too. Big change coming,but we will do ok I reckon. Don’t want a lot! 

You certainly seem to have the right mind-set.
I wish you well.

Katiehound

mumf said:

Floss said:

@mumf hope you're with us for the long term. You will find all sorts of tips & hints on MSE, some incredibly useful and some downright ridiculous in your circumstances (not heating one's home for example) so I'm sure there will be ways you can shave your budget. 

Are you a cook, by any chance? If you're going to be mainly at home maybe you could take on the challenge  of managing the household catering, both budget & cooking?

I am a cook. 

Lots of ideas on this board  and google most certainly is your friend when it comes to finding budget menus.
When you are comparing prices trolley.co.uk can also be your friend, items might not be available but at least you see a ball park figure.

take care

EssexHebridean

@mumf contact your local hospice centre too - too many people think that they are just for absolute “end of life” care but that is very much not the case - our local one describes palliative care as being about enabling those with a life limiting condition to live their best life for the time they haft, however long that maybe. 

Wishing you luck with everything you’re facing. 

mumf

EssexHebridean said:

@mumf contact your local hospice centre too - too many people think that they are just for absolute “end of life” care but that is very much not the case - our local one describes palliative care as being about enabling those with a life limiting condition to live their best life for the time they haft, however long that maybe. 

Wishing you luck with everything you’re facing. 

Many thanks. Worth knowing.

leftatthetrafficlights

Merry christmas to all who celebrate it! 🎄 

savergrant

luvchocolate said:

Hi on the EE sim only deal..I pay £8 a month unlimited texts and calls only 2gbt data but have WiFi with plusnet. 
Fingers crossed for a good deal 

2gb package on rwg mobile (piggyback on ee) for £3.50. 5gb for £6.