Period products, toiletry banks, hygiene packs, and shower facilities - free and accessible across Wakefield, Castleford, Pontefract, and the Five Towns.
How hygiene support works in Wakefield
Period products
Free sanitary pads and tampons - no questions asked. Available from libraries across the district through Wakefield Council's free period product scheme. Just ask at the desk.
Toiletry banks
Soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, and toilet roll - the basics. Most food banks include toiletries in their parcels. Several run dedicated hygiene banks alongside food distribution.
Shower and dignity services
Hot showers, changing facilities, and a safe space to freshen up. Available at several drop-in centres across the district - no questions, no judgement.
11 hygiene services across the district
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