At Caridon Foundation, we understand that changes in benefits can be daunting. That’s why we’re here to guide you through the latest update from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) regarding the migration from Housing Benefit to Universal Credit. What’s Happening? Starting today, thousands
Caridon Foundation, the not-for-profit organisation within the Caridon Group dedicated to offering housing-related support to vulnerable tenants, announces its annual Staff vs Tenants football match scheduled for Monday 13 May. The match will take place from 12:30 to 14:30 at the Selhurst Sport Arena, now
In the wake of the recent heart-breaking incident involving 15-year-old Elianne Andam near a bus stop close to the Whitgift shopping center in Croydon, the urgency of enhancing public safety, especially on public transportation routes, has never been more apparent. Elianne’s tragic death serves as
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s 2024 budget announcement brings some welcome relief to struggling families across the UK. Key highlights include the doubling of the repayment period for budgeting advances, and extension to the Household Support Fund and the abolition of fees for debt relief orders. This
Over £17 million in government funding has been allocated to assist hundreds of rough sleepers in finding long-term housing solutions as the harsh winter weather takes hold. This initiative aims to provide additional bed spaces in areas with the highest need, facilitating the transition of
Unmasking the Reality of Poverty: Gordon Brown Calls for Urgent Review of Universal Credit In a poignant plea for change, former Labour Prime Minister Gordon Brown has called on government urging for a comprehensive review of the Universal Credit system. Speaking to Sky News, Brown
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is facing a crucial decision regarding whether to provide a boost to housing support for benefit claimants in the upcoming Autumn Statement this week. The proposal to unfreeze the Local Housing Allowance, stagnant since 2020, has gained support from key figures like
Millions of households across the UK will receive a £300 cost of living support payment from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) from next month. The latest payment will be the second of three payments throughout 2023 and into 2024 totalling up to £900 for those
Another happy Caridon Foundation client who attended the The MusicFootballFatherhood and Crystal Palace FC ‘Extra Time’ Event on Saturday 16th September at Selhurst Park Stadium. “Attending the Fatherhood Conversation program, organized by MFF and Crystal Palace FC, was a profound experience. Initially unfamiliar with the
Managing Director of Caridon Foundation, Sherrelle Collman, has been selected as Mentor for The National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance (NCJAA) Professional Mentoring Scheme. The National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance (NCJAA) Professional Mentoring Scheme provides individials with opportunities to develop professional skills and knowledge in the
