Enjoying the sunshine? Don’t give thieves an opportunity. This is the latest advice from the police. As temperatures rise, people often leave windows open, valuables
Category: Money & Finance
Check Your Benefits Online
The government has introduced a service which, amongst other things, allows you to check the rate and length of your benefits awards and download proof
Get rewarded for travelling sustainably
Get rewarded for travelling sustainably with BetterPoints West Yorkshire. BetterPoints West Yorkshire has launched a region-wide rewards app encouraging healthier, more sustainable travel. Funded as
New weekly support hub for Brighouse
A new weekly support hub has been launched in Brighouse. Full details below.
Feedback Wanted: Draft Council Tax Vulnerability Policy For Calderdale
Calderdale Council are inviting residents to share their views on a draft Council Tax Vulnerability Policy for Calderdale. The policy updates the way the Council
Report: Are You missing Out On Council Tax Reduction?
Council Tax is becoming an increasingly unmanageable expense for older people in financial hardship. Unlike many other bills, households cannot reduce the cost of their
Energy price cap rise advice
On 1 July, the energy price cap went up to £1,862 a year for a typical household. The amount you pay depends on where you
Video: Benefits If You’re Over State Pension Age
Independent Age, the older person’s website, has produced this great little video looking at benefits at pension age and above. The video includes details of
Video: How To Say “No” To Rogue Traders
The West Yorkshire Financial Exploitation & Abuse Team have been busy working on an important new resource for members of the public to access. A
Info & Video: Council Tax Exemptions
If you’re responsible for paying your Council Tax bill, you may be eligible for a discount. Independent Age, the older peson’s organisation have a webpage
How To Get On The Priority Services Register
The Priority Services Register lets your gas, electricity and water providers know that you need extra support if there’s an emergency or break in your
Winter-Wise Advice
The older person’s website, Independent Age, has put together some excellent advice to help you get through winter. Here’s what they say about it, with
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