Low Income Family Tracker (LIFT)

What You Need to Know

What is LIFT?

• LIFT is a 12-month pilot project in Powys, funded by the Welsh Government.
• Uses Data sources such as Housing Benefit & Council Tax Reduction, Universal Credit and Housing Tenant Data.

Main Goals:

• Find tenants who might be missing out on financial support.
• Help families increase their income and get the support they need.

Focus Areas:

• Relative poverty
• Free school meals
• Bedroom tax
• Rent arrears
• Pension credit
• Support for people with disabilities or health issues

How does it work?

• Many Powys households have received letters about these campaigns.
• If you got a letter, you're invited to contact the council for free, confidential help.
• Support includes help with bills, benefits advice, budgeting, and debt management.
• Advice is tailored to your situation and available online, by phone, in person, or at home.

No time limit: You can get help even if you received a letter a while ago.

We are here to help whether you have received a letter or not.

If you are struggling financially, please get in touch via:

• Phone: 01597 827464
• Email: fsogroup@powys.gov.uk
• Website: Financial Support Officers Information