The charity Friends of the Elderly can  offer one-off grants to older Cornwall residents living on a low income.

Grants are awarded towards household adaptions, the purchase and replacement of essential items, the cost of equipment to get online and utility bills.

The grants service is available to older people over state retirement age living on a low income in England and Wales.

Grants are offered for help with:

Home essentials – to cover the cost of replacing every-day items, small home repairs and mobility adaptations.

Digital connection – can be used towards the cost of equipment, such as tablets and smartphones, as well as broadband costs.

Financial support – to help with unexpected bills and large costs, such as utility bills, funeral costs or moving fees.

Guidance notes about eligibility for these grants can be downloaded at: www.fote.org.uk/our-charity-work/grants/