Help for older people in the St Albans District
The St Albans Old People’s Trust is a friendly, local charity which can help people financially who cannot easily afford what they need. The Trust grants can provide FREE items and services to people aged 60 or over, living within St Albans District, who are in need, hardship or distress. There are no deadlines and we accept applications all year round.
Are you…
…aged 60 or over?
Anyone aged 60+
…living in St Albans District?
Anywhere within the district
…in need, hardship or distress?
Experiencing financial hardship
You need to tick all three boxes to be able to apply.
Visit us at the Council Hub
We are at The Healthy Hub every Wednesday from 10am to 12.30pm for advice about the grants we offer and, if necessary, to give support completing the application form.
The Healthy Hub – St Albans
City & District Council, Civic Centre
St Albans AL1 3JE
Go through the main entrance to the Council Offices and follow round to the right (follow the Citizens Advice signs). We are sitting on a desk to the left.
Phone
07541 659442
01727 260701
grants.admin@staopt.org
Post
St Albans Old People’s Trust
c/o HILS, Jubilee Centre
Catherine Street
St Albans, AL3 5BU
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 most eligible, competed applications received, 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 eg wages or Universal Credit, PIP, ESA etc.
