Hastings Advice & Representation Centre (HARC)
Our mission is to relieve local poverty and improve the quality of life for those on a low income. We aim to: Ensure the correct benefits and or tax credits are received by anyone on a low income, whether in work or not. To facilitate a return to employment, through "back to work" grants and in work benefits. To give practical assistance to homeless people. To assist people with disabilities, mental health problems and long term illness to live independently. To provide older people with easy access to benefits information and a comprehensive support package. To ensure people with dependents have adequate support and sufficient income. We offer appointments, home visits, surgeries and advice by phone and email.