Airdrie Food Bank - Update June 24

Airdrie Food Bank - Update June 24

24th June 2024

Airdrie Foodbank - Important Update on Operating Hours and Referrals – June 2024

The Trussell Trust have advised Airdrie CAB that individuals can access assistance from Airdrie Foodbank on a maximum of five occasions.

Venues - Days and Times

St. Edwards Church Hall, Lady Anne Crescent, Airdrie, ML6 9PZ

  • Wednesday: 11:00-12:30

Collection in person (collection is from the church hall, not the church).     

Airdrie Baptist Church, 97 Graham Street, Airdrie, ML6 6DE

  • Friday: 11:00-12:30

Collection in person

If you are contacting Airdrie Citizens Advice Bureau in order to be referred to the foodbank, the Trussell Trust (Airdrie Foodbank) have directed that individuals obtain a referral (at the very latest) the day before the food bank opens. This is to assist with the organisational procedures of the foodbank and is beyond the control of the bureau.   

CAB advisers will assess your situation and get any help you need to address issues that may have contributed to your not being able to afford food. NB: individuals must attend the bureau office in person - to receive the appropriate advice prior to the issuing of any voucher for Airdrie Foodbank.  Proof of identification is also required.  If a benefit check is needed, the following information will be required: -

Benefit Check

  • Date of birth
  • Employment status (including whether employed or self-employed)
  • Number of hours worked
  • Gross income from employment for the last tax year – this is April 6 to April 5. A P60 form will show this, or if you're self-employed, last year’s accounts
  • Gross income for this year - bring your payslips or an estimate if you're self-employed
  • All benefit or tax credit award letters
  • Evidence of your child care costs and that the carer is registered with the Care Inspectorate
  • Details of investments and interest payments
  • Rental agreement or current mortgage repayment
  • Your most recent council tax bill.

 

If you are in a crisis situation and live in North Lanarkshire, you can contact the Scottish Welfare Fund - Crisis Grants by calling 0300 555 0405 or individuals can apply online by clicking here.  Information about foodbanks and other crisis help can be also be found here.  Further information on the Scottish Welfare Fund - Crisis Grants can be found here.

 

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