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Funding for vital equipment in the home

Funding for vital equipment in the home

Adaptations in the home – whether it’s a ramp, stair lift or level access shower – play a huge role in helping vulnerable people to live in their own properties. For people with limited means, the Dis ...
Better help and support for older carers

Better help and support for older carers

Older carers should be able to get help and support thanks to a new toolkit from the UK’s largest charity for carers. Carers Trust has devised a checklist which will help to spot older carers and dire ...
You can now top up your State Pension

You can now top up your State Pension

With effect from 12th October this year a new Government scheme will allow those approaching or in receipt of the State Pension to top up the weekly payment by as much as £25. To be known as Class 3A ...
Credit Unions – what do you know about them?

Credit Unions – what do you know about them?

Credit Unions are becoming increasingly well known following on from the financial crisis of recent years as the public look to alternative forms of borrowing, given the loss of trust and confidence t ...