Thames Water offers the WaterHelp scheme to help households that need extra support with their water bills.
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Help with household costs
Find out how to reduce the cost of running your home.
Find out what support and resources can help you manage your home if you’re having difficulties.
Discounts on your water bill
Cost saving tips
See our simple tips on how to save money and reduce your carbon footprint.
Cheaper broadband and mobile tariffs
Social tariffs are cheaper broadband and mobile phone packages if you're claiming certain benefits.
Help with childcare costs
If you need help with the cost of childcare, visit:
- our childcare guide
- Childcare Choices to see what support is available
- Help for Households
The Library of Things
The Library of Things at Canada Water Library lets you rent useful items like drills, carpet cleaners, and sewing machines at a low cost.
Clothes banks for under 5-year-olds
Little Village HQ provides clothes for newborns to 5-year-olds in London.
Find pre-loved (donated) clothes, nappies, and children's essentials.
Professionals and organisations can refer residents.
Save on travel
Transport for London offers travel discounts to:
- children and teens
- students
- apprentices
- unemployed residents
- residents with disabilities
- the over 60s
Help with healthcare costs
If you do not pay for prescriptions your medicines are free.
If you do pay, you can choose to pay for the medicine or the standard prescription charge, whichever is cheaper.
Some local pharmacies offer free healthcare advice, treatments, and medicines for common illnesses without booking an appointment.