Last updated:
16th July 2026
Financial, housing and practical support
Wokingham Charity and Community Hub
The Wokingham Hub brings different local volunteer groups, charities, and community organisations together in one place. It’s open to everyone and offers help, advice, and support, so residents can find the right services for their needs at the right time.
Visit the Wokingham Charity and Community Hub
Citizens Advice
No appointment necessary but sessions are subject to adviser and assessor availability.
Cowshed
They provide free, good-quality clothes and items such as school uniforms, baby equipment, toiletries, bedding and more. Everything is cleaned and ready to use.
To access support, you’ll need a referral from a professional or organisation you’re already in contact with, like a school, GP, social worker, charity, Jobcentre or foodbank. Once referred, they’ll speak with you about what you need and put together items to suit your situation.
If you think this service could help, ask someone supporting you to make a referral.
Healthy Start
If you’re pregnant (10+ weeks) or have a child under 4, you could get help to pay for healthy food and milk through the Healthy Start scheme.
If you qualify, you’ll get a prepaid Healthy Start card that’s topped up every 4 weeks. You can use it in certain UK shops to buy essentials like milk, fruit and veg, pulses, and infant formula.
You can also collect free vitamins for yourself during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and vitamin drops for your child.
Check if you are eligible to apply
Blue Light Card
If you work in the NHS, emergency services, social care, or the armed forces, you can get access to exclusive discounts through the Blue Light Card.
For just £4.99, you’ll get 2 years of access to savings with lots of well-known brands and local businesses. You can use your card online and in-store to save money on things like holidays, shopping, days out, insurance, and more.
Check if you’re eligible for Blue Light Card
