Cost of living advice available at North West Information and Support Event
18 October 2024
Foyle and Lisnagelvin Jobs and Benefits Offices, in partnership with Derry and Strabane Labour Market Partnership, are hosting a special information event in the Guildhall next week to allow people to avail of advice and guidance from local organisations and community support services.
The free event in the Guildhall will take place on Thursday October 24th from 11am to 2pm and no prebooking is required.
A range of community and voluntary organisations and partners will be in attendance to give information on the help and support available.
Attendees will be able to access free advice on a range of cost-of-living issues surrounding housing, mortgages and benefits as well as general tips and advice.
Department for Communities’ Make the Call and Finance Support staff will also be on hand to advise people on any additional supports they may be entitled to regarding pension credits, working tax credits, tax-free childcare or benefit entitlements and financial support.
Representatives from Council will be in attendance to give advice on some of the services available.
A spokesperson for Derry City and Strabane District Council encouraged people to take advantage of the chance to learn more about the range of support available in the Council area.
“This event is open to everyone and is an ideal way to find out important information on a range of topics including cost of living support, wellbeing, benefits and employability.
“Whether it’s advice support from the local Jobs and Benefits Offices or from Make the Call to ensure you’re getting the benefits, services and supports you're entitled to, the correct entitlements or pension credits you need, or you’re just looking to find out what independent and community support is available, there is something for everyone.”
Contact Foyle or Lisnagelvin Jobs and Benefits Office for further information and contact details can be found at https://www.communities-ni.gov.uk/articles/job-fairs-and-events-calendar