Financial and Legal Support
Access essential resources to help manage financial and legal matters. Here's what you'll find in this category:
Financial Assistance Programs: Explore programs and resources that can help you with financial support, such as government assistance, grants, and non-profit organisations.
Legal Aid Services: Access information about legal aid organisations and professionals who can provide legal guidance and support.
Housing Assistance: Explore resources related to housing support, affordable housing options, and assistance programs.
Avoiding Loan Fraud: Learn about the most common types of loan fraud, including identity theft, phishing, and advance fee scams. Get tips on identifying legitimate lenders, avoiding scams, and protecting your personal data from fraudsters. Read more.
We're here to assist you in gaining control of your financial wellbeing and accessing legal support when necessary.
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Housing Assistance
Finding the right housing is an important part of maintaining independence and wellbeing in any age. Whether you're looking for help to stay in your current home, considering downsizing, or exploring supported living options, there are many choices available.
One useful resource is A Senior’s Guide to Housing Options in Later Life, which provides a comprehensive overview of different housing options for older adults. You can read the full guide here.
Services
Adviceline - Citizens Advice
For help claiming Universal Credit, call Help to Claim on 0800 144 8 444 Our dedicated Help to Claim service can support you in the early stages of your Universal Credit claim, from the application through to your first payment. For any other issues, call our Adviceline for free on: 0808 278 7822 Open Monday to Friday 09:00 – 17:00 Relay UK – … >
Supported Living Services
Hft provide support to adults with learning disabilities in their own homes across North Tyneside and Northumberland. We accommodate a huge range of differing needs from a few hours support per week to 24 hour 2 to 1 packages. >
Safe and Healthy Homes Advice Services
Safe and Healthy Homes provide advice and information to residents who either own their property or live in private rented property. We provide a free advice and information service to residents on hazards in the property that can have a detrimental impact on their health. These hazards can include Damp/Mould Slips/Trips/Falls Cent… >
Homefinder
Allocation of council properties. If you would like to register for rehousing or more information about moving home please contact Homefinder by clicking here >
