We are the charity formerly known as Cumbria Action for Sustainability (CAfS)

Apply for Futureproof Cumbria Homes support

Anyone in Cumbria can get a free telephone advice call, regardless of your circumstances.

Many people are also eligible for a free home visit.

If you’re not sure, don’t hesitate to contact us: 01768 216 500 or homes@futureproofcumbria.org.uk

If you’ve checked the eligibility criteria below and are ready to apply, please choose the correct button, depending on whether you’re applying for yourself or someone else.

What happens when you apply?

When you fill in the online application form using the buttons above, your application will go through to Futureproof Cumbria Homes.

You will be contacted by the Customer Service Team, who will go through an eligibility check with you and discuss your home energy needs.

Got a question before applying?

You can contact us on

01768 216 500 or homes@futureproofcumbria.org.uk.

You only need to tick ONE of the following boxes:

Health Criteria

Cardiovascular condition
Respiratory condition
Neurological or neurobiological condition
Musculoskeletal conditions
Blood conditions
Cancer
Moderate to severe mental illness
Severe learning difficulties
Autoimmune or immunodeficiency diseases
Terminally ill
Other illness exacerbated by cold
Cardiovascular condition
Valid NHS Medical Exemption Certificate

Vulnerability Criteria

Victim of domestic violence
Recent bereavement
Moving in and out of homelessness
Recent immigrant or asylum seeker
Physical or sensory disability
Have ECO-Flex Declaration from you council
Be registered on the Priority Services Register
Households with children under the age of 16
Households with people over the age of 65

Income Criteria

Gross income is no more than £31,000
Employment and Support Allowance
Jobseekers Allowance
Income Support
Pension Credit
Child Tax Credit
Working Tax Credit
Universal Credit
Carer’s Allowance
Housing Benefit or Council Tax reduction
A disability benefit
MOD administered benefits

Apply for Futureproof Cumbria Homes support

Anyone in Cumbria can get a free telephone advice call, regardless of your circumstances.

Many people are also eligible for a free home visit.

What happens when you apply?

Got a question before applying?

Health Criteria

Vulnerability Criteria

Income Criteria

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