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Tell us what is going on and we will point you to the right free, confidential support - whatever you are facing.
Where would you like to start?
What do you need help with?
Housing & homelessness
Rent arrears, eviction, tenancy problems or nowhere to stay.
Debt & money worries
Free, regulated debt advice, budgeting and Breathing Space.
Benefits
Benefit checks, Universal Credit, PIP and challenging decisions.
Work & skills
Confidence, skills and support to move towards work.
Advice near me New
Northants Thrive - free support in your community.
I need urgent help
Homeless tonight, at risk, or no food or fuel.
Emergency support
Food, fuel, essentials and urgent hardship routes where support is available.
Crisis Cafe advice drop-in
Advice routes connected with mental health support and NHFT services.
Real people, practical help
You do not have to explain everything perfectly.
When you contact AC, you are speaking to people who understand that housing, debt, benefits and crisis situations can be messy, urgent and frightening.
We will listen, help you work out what matters first, and point you towards the right next step.
Free and confidential support
Access to support. Additional evening or Saturday morning sessions may be available by arrangement. Please call first so we can confirm the right route and avoid you travelling unnecessarily.
Not sure where to start?