Citizens Advice Charnwood advises about using Food Banks I’m stressed about being able to afford food for my family as the colder months set in. We will be spending more on heating, and we’re barely making it through as it is. Can I use a food bank if I need to? It’s understandable to be

there is a high chance that scammers will try to take advantage of people in the lead up to Christmas Anyone call fall victim to a scam Nationally, more than seven million people are estimated to have been deceived by a scam in the past 12 months. It’s important to be on your guard –

Citizens Advice Charnwood explains what help is available if you are struggling with the costs of energy I’ve heard that the cost of energy is going up again from October. I’m already struggling with my bills and worried this extra cost will mean I get into debt. Is there anything I can do? Yes, changes

I want to give the kids a good Christmas but I am worried sick about the cost. Is there anything I can do to stop getting into debt? Work out a budget so you have an idea of what you can afford to spend. Talk it over with family and friends – most people are

Citizens Advice Charnwood warns against parcel scams and suggests ways of avoiding them I got a text asking me to click on a link to reschedule a parcel delivery I’d missed. I was waiting for a parcel from Royal Mail at the time, so I clicked on the link and was asked to make a

My son and I are both struggling to find work at the moment. He’s just finished university and looking for his first job, and I’m retired but need to top up my income. We’ve both been sending out applications for a while now, could unpaid work help us find something? Whether you’re trying to get

Citizens Advice Charnwood offer advice to people renting for the first time. I’m moving and will be renting somewhere on my own for the first time. It feels like there’s so much to think about, I’m worried I’ll forget something important. Do you have any advice on what I should do when looking for a

I’m worried about my debt and rising bills, and I want to know what support is available. Do you have any advice on managing rising costs and what to do if you fall into debt? With energy, water and broadband bills on the rise, it’s getting increasingly difficult for many people to cover their expenses.

Citizens Advice Charnwood offers some advice I’ve recently found myself living alone after the breakdown of my relationship. My council tax bill is due soon, and I’m worried I won’t be able to afford to pay it on my own. I’m already struggling to cover the cost of my other bills. What can I do?