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Contact Wolves at Work first for free one-to-one employment and career support if you live in Wolverhampton.

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Programs to contact

1

Wolves at Work

Local Government Program

Work placements and tailored employment support for Wolverhampton residents with barriers including addiction recovery; apply online.

2

City of Wolverhampton Council - Jobs and Careers

Local Government Program

Search council jobs, apprenticeships and volunteering in Wolverhampton with applicant support for those in recovery; see vacancies & apply online.

Open provider page +1-465-959-4816
3

Citizens Advice Dudley and Wolverhampton - Wolverhampton City Centre

Nonprofit

Free local advice on benefits, housing, food support and recovery referrals at Wolverhampton City Centre; call for intake.

Open provider page +1-244-808-2787
4

Citizens Advice Dudley and Wolverhampton - Benefits

Nonprofit

Help with claiming benefits, UC and PIP, plus food and benefits enrolment support and recovery referrals; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-808-278-7919
5

Good Shepherd Wolverhampton

Nonprofit

Mental health counseling, addiction recovery support and community services offering housing advice for Wolverhampton residents; call for intake.

Open provider page +1-441-902-3999
6

City of Wolverhampton Council - Support to live at home

Local Government Program

Home support to help you stay independent, including care planning, crisis referrals, DV and recovery links; see hours & eligibility.

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Dudley Council - Everyday essentials

Local Government Program

Guidance on cost-of-living essentials in Dudley, including food aid, childcare help, mental health and recovery referrals; apply online.

Open provider page +1-808-278-7919
8

GOV.UK - Jobcentre Plus local offices

Federal Government Program

Find your nearest Jobcentre Plus for benefits claims, job search, childcare support and travel assistance; find local office & call for intake.

Open provider page +1-800-731-0453

Recommended next steps

  • Contact Wolves at Work first for free one-to-one employment and career support if you live in Wolverhampton.
  • Use the council Jobs and Careers page to find local vacancies, apprenticeships, WorkBox support, and council roles.
  • Call Citizens Advice on 0808 278 7919 for benefits, debt, housing, employment, legal, and money advice.
  • Visit the Wolverhampton Citizens Advice information hub Tuesday to Thursday if you need in-person benefits navigation.
  • Approach Good Shepherd for hot meals, showers, homelessness support, recovery support, and routes into accommodation or training.
  • Contact SUIT if substance use, recovery, benefits forms, housing issues, job applications, or advocacy support are part of the need.
  • Ask WVCA Skills Connect about employment, training, ESOL, IT, maths, English, and welfare-benefits support through local partners.
  • Use Wolverhampton adult social care support if disability, mobility, care needs, transport, or independent-living help is required.
  • If food is urgent, ask Citizens Advice, Jobcentre Plus, or council cost-of-living services about foodbank vouchers and emergency help.
  • For Universal Credit, Jobseeker's Allowance, or work-coach help, contact Jobcentre Plus through GOV.UK and keep appointment evidence.

Need categories

Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability

Food Assistance

  • Food Security