Some working people on income-related benefit will see a change to how they are assessed for Universal credit. From the end of February, an increase to the Administrative Earnings Threshold (AET) will mean more Universal Credit claimants will be moved from the ‘Light Touch’ group to the ‘Intensive Work Search’ group. The Administrative Earnings Threshold […]
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The Government has announced up to £1,350 worth of cost-of-living payments to eligible people on means-tested benefits and pensions. If individuals are eligible, they will be paid automatically, and there will be no need to apply. £301 – First Cost of Living Payment – during Spring 2023 £150 – Disability Payment – during Summer 2023
The GCH Economi–COLS: Supporting you in these difficult times. Our Tenancy Sustainment Heroes have pulled together a hub of information, advice, guidance and support routes just for you to help you prepare for the current and up-and-coming pressure on your pockets. Find out more
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Your Neighbourhood Patch Team provides a wide range of valued housing related services and support: Neighbourhood Manager: Responsible for key housing issues related to your homes and neighbourhoods including: low level ASB, mutual exchanges, tenancy breaches and neighbourhood inspections. Income Account Manager: Supporting Tenants to pay their rent on time as well as identifying and supporting those
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Nearly one in ten people turned to loan sharks to cover the costs of Christmas last year. More than half of victims turned to illegal money lenders in order to pay for essentials such as utilities, food and fuel in the first half of 2022. We are backing the Stop Loan Sharks campaign #SleighNoToLoanSharks this
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As the weather gets colder, there are many great places across the county to go to escape the chill, have a hot drink, charge devices, use free WiFi, and access support. LibrariesMany local libraries are open for people to sit quietly, use computers, enjoy activities, and have a free hot drink. These include: Gloucester Library
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We understand that times are difficult for many, here are some of the community support schemes you can use to access food, support and advice. The following services are open to anyone locally who is in need… FOOD SUPPORT Community Cupboards Free fresh and ambient foods, donated by supermarkets. Available to all households, no referral
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Gloucestershire County Council are offering support to households in the most need with food, energy and water bills and other essential items with their Household Support Fund. Individuals, working age adults, families (with or without children) and individuals of pensionable age can self-refer. Any referral agency in the voluntary or statutory sector can refer a
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On Wednesday 31st August the team held a Facebook Live session discussing the cost of living crisis in the UK. This was a great opportunity for tenants to have their questions answered by the team and learn what GCH is doing to support them through these challenging times. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ao-XJN7g-o Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
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The application for £150 energy rebates for those eligible residents not paying council tax by direct debit is now open on the council website. The online application will be open until midnight on 14 August 2022 and eligible residents are encouraged to submit an application by this date. However, should an application not be received by
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