Dorset Citizens Advice bring back face-to-face sessions
We can book in to see advisers at local libraries
Dorset's Citizens Advice service is re-opening all of their face-to-face sessions in local libraries, as demand for their support grows.
The charity's got funding from Dorset Council to get the services up and running again.
An increase in the cost of living, energy prices and inflation means more people are accessing services in Dorset at the moment.
Helen Goldsack, Chief Officer, Citizens Advice in East Dorset & Purbeck, said:
“Our income maximisation sessions are led by specialist advisers who are able to advise on a range of money-related topics with the aim of helping people to budget and manage their finances more confidently.”
“Our advisers will help people to have a better understanding of their welfare benefit entitlements, as well as how to apply for charitable grants and any other discretionary help which may be available. We can also provide debt advice.”
“We expect the demand for our services to increase considerably over the next few weeks and months. By offering these sessions, we want people to know that help is available.”
WHERE ARE SESSIONS BEING HELD?
- Bridport Library: Tuesday, 10.00am - 12.00pm
- Dorchester Library: Monday, 10.00am - 12.00pm
- Swanage Library: Monday, 10.00am - 12.00pm
- Upton Town Library: Tuesday, 10.00am - 12.00pm
- Ferndown Library: Thursday, 10.00am - 4.00pm
- Weymouth Library: Tuesday & Friday, 10.00am - 1.00pm
Anyone looking to attend the sessions needs to pre-book by calling the Dorset Adviceline on 0800 144 8848, or by referral from a Citizens Advice adviser or library staff.
You can find out more on the Dorset Citizens Advice website.