Cost of Living Help

2023 sees the continuing challenges that the cost of living crisis is having on our local community.

From the impact of energy bills going up to the cost of the weekly shop the awful pressures on people’s budgets are only continuing to grow. Below are a few useful sources of help and advice.

You can call Renfrewshire Council's Advice Works on 0300 300 1238 or email adviceworks@renfrewshire.gov.uk if looking for “free, impartial and confidential advice and support with the cost of living including paying your bills, mortgage or rent, benefits you could claim, council tax reductions, help with food, school meals, energy bills or paying for a funeral”

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice (Renfrewshirecab.org.uk) on Glasgow Road is an amazing source of support which can be called on 0141 889 2121.

Energy bills are undoubtedly one of the most crippling and concerning issues. Energyadvice.scot provides advice and support if you are experiencing problems with your energy supplier and can advise on possible financial support from the home Heating Support Fund on 0800 196 8660.