Financial hardship support

We know times are tough for many. We never want cost to be a barrier to getting help, which is why we offer a range of schemes and support options so everyone can access help.

Anxiety UK 'Be Kind' membership

We offer a discounted, half price membership at just £20 a year, available to those in receipt of means tested benefits. For more details on the wide range of benefits, resources and services available to Anxiety UK members, and details on how to join see: Be Kind membership

Anxiety UK membership benevolent fund/gift a membership scheme

Anxiety UK’s membership benevolent fund/gifted membership scheme, offers free individual membership for one year to those experiencing financial hardship. These memberships are donated by supporters, ensuring that cost is not a barrier to accessing support. If you’d like to give the gift of support and donate an individual gifted membership today and help someone in need access a full year of Anxiety UK’s expert help, click here.

To apply for a gifted membership through the Anxiety UK membership benevolent fund, check the tally below to see if donated memberships are currently available. If memberships are available, apply here.

Do not apply if the tally below is ‘0’. Applications made when gifted memberships are not available (see tally) will not be progressed.

Number of gifted memberships currently available: 0

'TAUK' to us benevolent scheme.

Our ‘TAUK’ to us service provides personalised support and information/signposting for anyone living with anxiety, via a 30-minute confidential call.

If you’re facing financial hardship and can’t afford the usual service fee, Anxiety UK offers a limited number of free ‘TAUK to us’ sessions each month. Apply here.

If the form isn’t visible, all sessions have been allocated – please check again next month.

Anxiety UK therapy benevolent fund

The Anxiety UK therapy benevolent fund supports individuals who would otherwise be unable to receive therapy as a result of financial hardship, to access therapy via an Anxiety UK Approved Therapist.

Please note: we are currently this page will be updated as soon as the scheme reopens.

Help available from other organisations

Mental Health Crisis Breathing Space

If you find yourself overwhelmed by debt and are receiving mental health crisis treatment, free help is available.

The Mental Health Crisis Breathing Space

(MHCBS) offers you a break from the organisations you owe money to, so you can focus on your recovery. Find out more here.

Simplifying Your Visa Application Process

In the UK, the Visa application process has moved entirely online. We are here to provide free step-by-step assistance if you don’t feel confident using online forms, or do not have access to the internet or a device. Find out more here.

Get Help with Online Court Forms

Our Digital Support programme helps people who do not have access to or are not confident completing online court and tribunal forms. We are here to provide free information and support on behalf of the HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS). Find out more here.

National Energy Action (NEA)

NEA are a charity that help those in fuel poverty. They can provide advice and info about how to manage increasing household bills. You can find their free downloadable info sheets here: NEA Advice and Support.

Is your debt making you more anxious?

We constantly hear about the stress and anxiety being caused by financial pressures. In this blog we look at some tips from Money Wellness: https://www.auksandbox.co.uk/blog/is-your-debt-making-you-more-anxious/

For other financial support you can contact Turn 2 Us, money saving expert and citizens advice.