Financial advice and support is available from many places, but not always obvious, for those struggling to make ends meet.

According to a survey last month by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) a staggering 91% of adults have reported an increase in their living costs compared with a year ago.

Here is some advice and information on where to go to find information and support.

Check what benefits and financial support you can apply for:

• Income
• Disability benefits
• Bills and allowances
• Childcare
• Housing
• Travel

Find out what support is available on EFDC's cost of living pages.

Get face-to-face advice at The Epping Community Hub, a one-stop shop for residents to access a wide range of services.

The Epping Community Hub includes:

• Citizens Advice
• Department of Work and Pensions (DWP)
• Epping Food Bank
• Essex County Council – adult social care and family solutions
• Voluntary Action Epping Forest
• Revenue and benefits and homelessness services from Epping Forest District Council

Each organisation is at the hub on set days and times to ensure a range of services is available and there is space for private interviews.

For more information visit the Epping Community Hub page.