UNISON WELFARE SUPPORT
There for You (UNISON Welfare)
Members experiencing financial and emotional difficulties can contact our welfare charity, There for You, which provides a confidential advice and support service for members and their dependants.
COVID-19 support
Are you suffering financially as a result of coronavirus? Apply for a grant to help you during this difficult time. In addition to There for You funds, we have received generous grants from CHSA and UNISON which enable us to support members who are struggling. See the financial assistance section below for more information and to apply.
Financial assistance
If you are a member and you are experiencing financial difficulties, whatever the circumstances, There for You can offer you support.
Check your benefits
Make sure you’re getting everything you’re entitled to with the UNISON Benefits Calculator, and see what help is available from benefits if you’re affected by coronavirus.
Wellbeing breaks
Wellbeing breaks can provide welcome relief from stress and respite from difficult circumstances. We can help you towards the costs of a break, depending on your financial situation.
General advice
There for You provides a confidential service for members over the phone or in person if you are experiencing personal difficulties.
Help with debt
Peace of mind is closer than you might think. Turn to UNISON Debtline, a debt advice service for UNISON members offering free and confidential advice to help you clear your debts and manage your money for the future.
Support There for You
There for You relies on the help and support of volunteers like you to give vital assistance to people in need in the form of debt advice, listening and support, financial assistance, breaks and holidays, and personal advice.
Credit unions
There for You Credit Union Service offers UNISON members access to low interest loans and a range of savings products through our UK network of partner credit unions.