I need help
We are working by referral. This means if you need help from us we really would like you to be referred by a support agency or professional, they can then offer other advice and support relating to your individual situation
If you haven't used our service before or don't know how to get referred do call us on 07856 080194 and we are very happy to advise and help.
People or agencies who can refer you are:
Help through hardship line 0808 2082138 a free national help line run by Citizens Advice for those struggling financially who can refer to food banks and offer other advice
Citizens Advice Bureau call 0808 278 7900
Citizens Advice drop in session Tuesdays 10-1 at Council Reception Area, 1, Belle Vue Square, Broughton Rd, BD23 1FJ (council offices, opposite Morrissons)
Ask at your child's Nursery, School, College, Childrens Centre
Family Support Workers, Early Help, Social Worker
Health professionals: GP, social prescriber, health visitor
Mental Health professionals: support worker, mental health nurse, etc...
North Yorkshire Horizons who support those with addictions 08000 14 14 80
Housing Support Worker (Horton Housing, Foundation, Yorkshire Housing)
CAP debt centre if you are struggling with debt? contact them on 0800 3280006
Other information and support
See this helpful information for places to turn to in the Craven area
Warm and Well
Advice and grants for people struggling to afford their energy bills
01609 767 555
Christians Against Poverty
Local face to face support for those with problems with debt.
call them on 0800 328 0006
Any questions please do call us on 07856 080194 and we can advise, Leave us a message and we will get back to you.
Parcels can be collected Tuesday and Friday mornings 10.30-12.30 from The House 47-53, Otley Street, BD23 1ET
We offer a limited delivery service to those outside Skipton and who are unable to get to us Mon, Weds and Fri mornings
Skipton Food Bank is organised by Skipton Baptist Church.
Skipton Baptist Church is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, registered in England & Wales, No 1181773