Help for older people in the St Albans District

Welcome. We are a friendly local charity which is here to help, financially, people who cannot easily afford what they need. The Trust gives grants for FREE items and services to people aged 60 or over, living within St Albans District, who are in need, hardship or distress. We approve over 90% of applications received. There are no deadlines and we accept applications all year round.

Are you…

…over 60?

Anyone aged 60+

…living in St Albans District?

Anywhere within the district

…in need, hardship or distress?

Experiencing financial hardship

We approve over 90% of applications

News

Meet the Trust at Morrisons on 19 and 20th August 2024

The Trust will be in the entrance area of Morrisons St Albans on Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th August 2024 between 9.30am and 5 pm. Pop along to meet the team and find out how we can help you or your relative. We...

Meet the Trust at local events – summer 2024

The Trust will be at the following community events. Come along and find out how we can help you or your relative. Clients need to be aged 60+, living in  St Albans district, on a low income with limited savings....

Events

Help with Energy Costs

Help with Energy Costs

We have compiled a booklet of the help available with energy costs for older people. If you are worried about paying your energy bills this winter – or you’re already struggling – don’t suffer in silence. There is...

FREE Cooking Club

FREE Cooking Club

Are you 65 or over, living alone and don't know how to cook for yourself. Perhaps a partner who did all the cooking is no longer around and you are a bit lost in the kitchen. Herts Community Kitchen is starting a...

Visit us at the Council Hub

We are at The Hub every Wednesday from 10am to 1pm for advice about the grants we offer.

The Hub – St Albans
City & District Council, Civic Centre
St Albans AL1 3JE

FAQs

Here are the most common questions we receive. Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for more.
Do I need to pay the grant back: is it repayable?
No, you do not have to pay back the grants. It is not a repayable loan.
There are lots of people who are worse off than me — should I still apply?
Yes, we take into account not only your income, but also your whole circumstances, including monthly outgoings, including housing and care costs. The Trust approves 90% of applications, so if we approve your application it doesn’t mean that this will disadvantage another person who applies.
Do I need to be on benefits?
No, you do not need to be in receipt of benefits. You just need to be on a low income, whether from pensions, wages or benefits.
I am on Universal Credit, can I still apply?
Yes, however you must be 60 or over.
I am not old enough to get a pension, can I still apply?
Yes, as long as you are 60 or over you can apply. You will need to tell us how much you get from other income sources.
Senior Couple

If you are 60+, resident in the St Albans District and not easily able to afford items or services please contact us.

07541 659442

grants.admin@staopt.org