If you are struggling through an unexpected crisis, or if the pressures of every day life are getting to you, There for You can help.
We offer a unique confidential advice and support service just for members of UNISON and their dependants.
Whether it's just a chat and a sympathetic ear, or more concrete help you need, we may be able to help.
AGM & National Seminar
10-12 May 2012
Register for your place now... 
As a result of this recession, record numbers of UNISON members are contacting ‘There for you’ for help. Threats to jobs, pay freezes, family breakdown, money and debt problems, health issues etc are all having a major impact. With the support of our branch welfare officers and regional welfare committees, ‘There for you’ is at the forefront of helping our most vulnerable members through some very tough times.
This year’s event will focus on current topical issues with a range of speakers presenting including, looking at how the recession continues to impact on the lives of UNISON members; up to the minute information on the change in rules relating to housing benefit; time to reflect on the previous year’s achievements; other organisations and tools that can also help members through this recession.
Benefits of attending:
–– Hear from speakers on the very latest issues
–– Participate in lively discussion
–– A fantastic opportunity to network with your regional colleagues and representatives from the regional welfare committees
–– Learn more about the other benefits of UNISON membership through visiting the exhibition area.
If you, or a colleague you know (has to be a UNISON member), is in need and you think we might be able to help with a grant, please contact your branch welfare officer or branch secretary in the first instance, however please see below
Download the form in PDF format
Your application will be reviewed by a caseworker at National Office who will make a recommendation. Part of the form is for your UNISON branch to complete but, if you are unable to make contact with them or for personal reasons do not wish to involve them, you may send the form direct to UNISON Welfare. Applications are normally processed within two weeks on receipt at national office if all the necessary information has been provided. In exceptional cases we can reach a decision more quickly.
We can help with all or part of the costs of a break depending on your financial situation.
The wellbeing breaks include:
The breaks are delivered in partnership with the Family Holiday Association, a national charity that specialises in providing holidays for families in need. For example, they can arrange a stay in self-catering accommodation in a chalet or caravan at selected UK holiday centres. UNISON’s award winning Croyde Bay holiday village in Devon is a popular destination with members. Alternatively, you can organise accommodation of your own choosing in the UK.
