The council is awarding the cash to pensioners in the borough receiving council tax support or housing benefit but not Pension Credit, as these residents will get the Winter Fuel Payment.
It is part of a £2.4m fund providing vital support to vulnerable families in the borough struggling to cope with the cost-of-living crisis.
Haringey received the money from the Household Support Fund after the government announced the extension of the lifeline until the end of March 2025.
The council has made it a priority to support those most in need, with the fund helping hard-pressed households pay for expenses such as food, energy bills or clothing.
Automatic payments will go to eligible residents, including those on a low income, care leavers and households with a disabled family member who are facing financial hardship.
Cllr Seema Chandwani, Cabinet Member for Resident Services and Tackling Inequality, said:
The government’s decision to extend the Household Support Fund is welcome news for our borough and we will ensure the funds are allocated where they will have the most impact.
We know our residents including a number of pensioners are facing enormous cost-of-living pressures and this continued funding will enable us to provide much-needed vital support to our most vulnerable households and anyone in financial hardship.
The funding will make a significant difference to struggling families as we do everything in our power to assist them through the winter months.
The council will reach out to eligible households so there is no need to apply for the funding. Residents will get a letter from the council with a voucher they can cash at any UK Post Office.
While the majority will receive a one-off payment of £100 or £200, it is important to note that the exact amount will be determined based on individual circumstances. This tailored approach ensures that those in the most vulnerable situations receive the support they require.
To find out more, please visit Household Support Fund.
A proportion of the funding will also be paid into Haringey Support Fund, where residents can apply for additional one-off funding if they are facing financial hardship. To find out more and to apply, residents can visit here.
To check what other support is available, go to the council’s Here to Help website.
Residents of state pension age who are on low incomes are encouraged to apply for Pension Credit, which provides them with much needed extra support for living costs. Use the Pension Credit calculator to find out if you are entitled.
