Kincardine & Mearns Citizens Advice Bureau

This time of year can be especially hard if you’re worrying about debt. Contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau and speak to one of our advisers to get help with managing your monthly costs. 👉 cas.org.uk/worried #worriedthiswinter

Our CEO @DerekM_CAS wrote for Third Force News last week about the story of EastEnders actress Cheryl Fergison who has recently opened up about her experiences with health, debt, and needing support from foodbanks. Read the full article here 👇tfn.scot/opinion/eastenders-…

Dealing with relationship problems can be very difficult. These pages explain what you need to do if your relationship has broken down. click here 👉citizensadvice.org.uk/scotla…

The Citizens Advice Network is a lifeline for thousands in Scotland. We are here to advise people about their options, secure support and help them find stability. Your generosity helps us make a difference. Donate today and help us help others 👉justgiving.com/campaign/help…

The Citizens Advice Network in Scotland is here for everyone who needs our help, providing free and confidential advice every day 🤝 But we’re also a charity - and we need you to help us help others. Donate now👇justgiving.com/campaign/help…

Anxious about bills piling up? You are not alone - our advisers help people every day with energy debt. They can communicate with your provider, work out a repayment plan, or even get some debt written off. Get in touch today 👉 cas.org.uk/worried #worriedthiswinter

Thank you to everyone who attended foreCASt this morning! You can find the recording here in case you missed it 👉 youtube.com/watch?v=JgtIri-p… To keep up to date with our data and future foreCASt episodes, you can subscribe to our mailing list 👉 eepurl.com/iYpl_E

✅free, independent and confidential ✅Call free: 0800 023 2581 (Scotland) 8am-6pm, Mon to Fri ✅Chat to an adviser online 👉cas.org.uk/helptoclaim (available 8am-6pm, Mon to Fri ✅Use our SignVideo service 👉cas.org.uk/british-sign-lang… #universalcredit #helptoclaim #ESAMigration

Today we’re launching “Worried this winter? Let’s chat” our energy support campaign. So many of us are experiencing anxiety about winter heating bills as the nights draw in, but the CAB network are here to listen and help. Visit 👉 cas.org.uk/worried to find out more.

Our energy spokesperson Matthew Lee was on Radio Scotland this morning talking about the problems people have with smart meters.

Being a CAB trustee is rewarding! You can positively impact your community while gaining new skills and friends. 🌟 In our 2024 survey, 68% of trustees reported satisfaction and mental stimulation from their roles. #CABVolunteeringScot #TrusteesWeek

Curious about what trustees do? They attend board meetings, create strategic plans, ensure financial sustainability, and more! 🌟 Learn more: 👉 cas.org.uk/about-us/voluntee… Listen to Beth share her trustee experience: youtu.be/9ohg34mRxoY #CABVolunteeringScot #TrusteesWeek

We're excited to announce the next episode of foreCASt: data and insight from Citizens Advice Scotland. Join us on Tuesday 26th November 10-11am to hear about the latest trends our network has been seeing and about the living standards of people in debt👇 events.teams.microsoft.com/e…