Stacey McDonnell and Darren Setford live in Leicester and are full-time carers for family members.
The Clockwise Credit Union, which provides support to people struggling to manage their finances, has advised struggling families to ask for help.The couple live with their two daughters. Mr Setford gave up his job as a chef to care for his brother and Ms McDonnell is also a full-time carer.
Ms McDonnell said: "I look every day on my smart meter and even when I've just got the kitchen light on, I can see obviously see it on the meter, and you can see it slowly depleting."Mr Setford said: "We're having to cut down a lot, especially on our gas and electric, to make sure we can afford food because food has gone up as well.
"If you need help, make sure you're getting out there and getting the help you need. Just raise your voice and speak to someone."Around £270m has been handed out this year in council tax rebates across the East Midlands.
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