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About the service

The Macmillan Money & More East of England service is a partnership between Hertfordshire County Council and Macmillan Cancer Support.

Hertfordshire County Council's Money Advice Unit is leading this programme of support and has over 30 years’ experience of running targeted projects to maximise income and provide money advice.

We have been working with Macmillan throughout the last decade, ensuring people affected by cancer are supported with their finances. We are working in collaboration with Suffolk County Council and Central Bedfordshire Council advice teams to deliver our programme of support across the East of England.

Cancer can affect work, income, travel, household costs and everyday living. 

We help people affected by cancer to access advice, information and other support linked to benefits and financial wellbeing. 

We cover Hertfordshire, Essex, Bedfordshire, Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire.

We can:

  • advise on benefits you may be entitled to
  • complete a benefits check
  • support with "better off" calculations if your circumstances may be changing
  • check your eligibility for disability-related benefits
  • help with other things such as Blue Badge applications, charitable grants and help with health and travel costs
  • help you to challenge incorrect decisions and represent you at tribunal when appropriate.

 

The online referral route is the quickest way to get started.

 

Alternatively, you can call us.

 

This website

Information on this website is intended as general guidance and a route into support. It doesn't replace medical advice, emergency support or a full assessment of individual circumstances.

If you need urgent medical help, contact your GP, NHS 111 or emergency services as appropriate.

 

About Macmillan

Macmillan Cancer Support is a leading charity working across the UK to support people affected by cancer. Find out more about different types of cancer, join their online community of support, volunteer or donate.

Cancer information and support – if you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, Macmillan are here to help. Use their smart search or A-Z.

Macmillan Online Community understands what it's like to have cancer. With over 80,000 members, they have all been there. Support is available 24 hours a day, in a safe environment.

Ask a cancer expert – get information and support from Macmillan's experienced professionals. 

Cancer blog – blogging can be a great way to journal your experiences and share with others. You can also read blogs created by other Macmillan members.