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Many programmes run by local Age UKs have helped people in local communities across the country know what they're entitled to. Local Age UKs helped older people identify about £162 million in unclaimed benefits from March 2021 to March 2022. Friendly staff can help you complete a benefits check and fill out tricky forms.
We offer support through our free advice line on 0800 678 1602. Lines are open 8am-7pm, 365 days a year. We also have specialist advisers at over 120 local Age UKs. Information and advice from Age UK on claiming benefits and entitlements, including pension credit, attendance allowance, council tax benefit and many more.
- What Support Does Aspire's Money Matters offer?
- Once I Have Completed A Budget Plan What Should I Do Next?
- Should I Discuss This with All My Family?
- So, Should I Discuss Things with Anyone else?
- What If I Have No Money Left Over at The End of Each month?
- In Addition to Maximising My Income, Are There Ways I Can Reduce My outgoings?
- So How Would You Describe The Service That Aspire's Money Matters Offers?
The starting point is to help people with Spinal Cord Injury understand what their current financial situation is. We will work with you to complete a Budget Planner listing all your income and outgoings so that you have a clear picture of what your current situation is.
It can be difficult to increase the amount you have coming in, but you have much more control over what goes out. The Budget Plan will help you identify non-essential or 'discretionary spending' that could be stopped until your financial situation is stable. Things such as club memberships, subscription TV, online film clubs and social spending are...
It’s good to get everyone in your family involved with keeping to the new budget. Sit down together and talk things through as this will help everyone understand why cutting back on expenditure now will help avoid bigger financial problems in the future. Simple things we take for granted in our lifestyle can make a difference, for example spending ...
Yes, as with keeping the family involved, talking to any creditors is always beneficial. If you feel you may struggle with paying the rent, it’s good to talk to your landlord or housing officer as soon as possible as they may give you more time to pay or even consider a rent reduction. Likewise, talk with your mortgage provider who may consider a p...
In those circumstances we would help you check if you are maximising your income, including considering a full benefits check. At Aspire we have a dedicated Welfare Benefits Advice teamwho specialise in supporting individuals affected by Spinal Cord Injury to get the correct type and levels of benefits they are eligible for.
Making the most of the money you have may not be as easy as it sounds, but getting into good spending habits will have a positive effect on your outgoings. Food, household items and own brand labels can cost less at 'budget supermarkets' so looking at how you are shopping can result in weekly savings. Shopping around for the best energy and insuran...
Aspire's Money Mattersoffers free impartial guidance to people with a spinal cord injury. From getting a clear picture of your current financial situation, to maximising your income and making the most of the money you pay out. We will help you budget effectively, take control of your money and, where needed, help you to become debt free. Money Mat...
The My Money Matters platform provides a range of educational content, products and services to support and enhance your financial health and wellbeing. This may include access to a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared Cost AVC) scheme, AVC investment advice, Snoop, free webinars and one to one coaching sessions delivered by ...
HSBC Financial Education. 3 to 16+. For young children, there are activity sheets on managing money, needs and wants, the value of money, and future planning. For young adults, there are guides on topics including opening a bank account, understanding a bank statement, and managing bills. Lloyds Financial Skills.
Money Matters Advice Service can offer one to one debt advice, a range of self help materials and details of other organisations and websites that you might find helpful. A welfare rights service with information and advice on social security related benefits is offered including: Help to complete claim forms. Benefit checks.
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Benefits in later life You may be entitled for help with other costs on top of your State Pension Benefits and work Extra support if you’re working, self-employed, or you’ve lost your job Benefits to help with housing costs Support to help with rent or mortgage payments if you’re on a low income
