Welcome to Mind's money and mental health section

This section assists people to access information and support about money issues. It will be useful for anyone concerned about their money but is especially helpful for people with mental health problems. It covers a range of information that you may find useful when dealing with your money. Mental health and your money How mental health problems can affect your money, tips for dealing with financial difficulties. Managing money when in hospital What happens if you are already claiming benefits? At what point do benefits stop? Going into hospital and leaving hospital. Money issues for prisoners with mental health problems Common money issues. Going into prison, preparing to leave and leaving prison.  Information resources. Managing your money Getting organised, planning ahead, budgeting, benefits and working. Money services Bank accounts, saving, borrowing, credit unions, insurance, mortgages and pensions. All about debt Different types of debt, problem debt, tips on avoiding debt and dealing with debt problems and what to do if things get serious. Making a complaint How to complain if you've had a bad experience with your bank or any other creditor such as credit card company, gas or electricity company. Getting help Further sources of information and support. Tell us your story Jargon buster Site map

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Tip of the week: www.mysupermarket.co.uk compares the cost of your shopping between Asda, Tesco, Ocado (Waitrose) and Sainsbury. When you've made your selections, it gives you suggestions for cheaper options within the store. Although designed for online shopping you can use it to plan how much your shopping will cost and help you choose which supermarket to visit. Send us your tips