Money Advice

Most people experience money difficulties at some point in their lives.  It may be as a result of a change in personal circumstances, not receiving the correct benefits, or as a consequence of multiple debts.  This may mean that you are unable to pay your rent, which leads to rent arrears and possible court action against you.

Money Management Advice Service

Ashfield Homes’ Money Management Advice Service is a flexible, free service which provides comprehensive Money Management and Welfare benefits advice to help you maintain your tenancy and maximise your income. The aim of our service is to help you understand your finances and manage your money effectively.

Make an appointment

If you are experiencing money difficulties, make an appointment to see our Money Management Advisor.  We will take your income and expenditure details into account so that we can work out with you a realistic repayment plan based on what you can afford to pay after your essential living costs have been met.  We can also help with a benefit check to ensure you are receiving all of the benefits you are entitled to, to help maximise your income. We can advise on debts - from credit cards, loans and hire purchase, to council tax and utility bills, and tell you about trust funds, grants and allowances you could be entitled to from the goverment, charities and private organisations.  The Money Management Advisor will consider your personal circumstances and individual needs. She will advise you of, and help you apply for all the benefits, trust funds and grants you are entitled to.

To find out how we can help you, please contact Angela Kirkland, Money Management Advisor on (01623) 608910.

Signpposting to Independant Advice

If you need more specialist advice, we can refer you to Ashfield Citizens Advice Bureau or other independant agencies (both locally and nationally) for help and assistance where appropriate to do so. 

Citizens Advice Bureau

Further Information

	Top 10 tips for getting out of debt
	Money management advice service standard
	Money advice case study
	Information on grants, loans and benefits
	National Debt line