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3. How to apply
Your application will be refused if you have received an award within the last 28 days or 3 awards in the previous 12 months.
Or you can apply:
- by phone between 9.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday on 0800 8595924 (free from a landline) or 033 0101 5000 (local rate)
- by post (download the form)
To apply for the Discretionary Assistance Fund you will need:
- your national insurance number
- your full name
- your date or birth
- your contact telephone numbers including a working mobile number
- full names, dates of birth and national insurance numbers for everyone living in your household
- your current full address and postcode
- your address history
- your prison address (if recently released)
- if applicable your tenancy start date and full details of the property you are moving to
- details of benefits you receive and how much you get
- details of any organisations helping you
- details of household income and expenses
- details of your savings
- what you need from DAF
- details of why you need help and any supporting information (for example a police crime reference number if you are victim of a crime)
A registered partner organisation can help you complete your application or apply on your behalf. They include:
- local authorities
- housing associations
- advice and guidance organisations
- charities
- prison services
- health services
We advise that you contact a partner organisation if you want to apply for a grant for white goods or household furniture.
If you are unsure who can help you, contact your local authority or citizen’s advice.