We have added some web links below which you may find useful;
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Citizens Advice DirectCitizens Advice Direct is a provider of advice and |
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ENABLE Scotland ENABLE Direct team can be contacted on 0300 0200 101 or by email on enabledirect@enable.org.uk |
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Glasgow Association for Mental Health (GAMH)Glasgow Association for Mental Health (GAMH) is an independent Scottish charity that provides more than 2000 hours of community based support every week to people in Glasgow. |
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GCVSGlasgow Council for the Voluntary Sector is the main development agency and advocate for voluntary and community organisations in Glasgow |
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Glasgow Family Information Service (GFIS)
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G-Heat (Glasgow's Home Energy Advice Team)G-Heat's specialist advisers give advice over the phone or visit people in their home to help them make more effective use of the money they spend on fuel. |
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Glasgow's Helping Heroes
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Glasgow Life LibrariesWith 32 libraries in local communities across Glasgow as well as the iconic Mitchell Library, Glasgow Libraries are proud to provide a free library service to everyone living, working or studying in Glasgow. Libraries have a full-range of up-to-date books, free Internet access, computer courses and a whole range of events and activities for all ages. |
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Glasgow Learning - Adult Literacy & NumeracyThis site is for anyone age 16 and over who lives, works or studies in Glasgow and wants to find out more about help reading, writing, spelling or numbers. These learning sessions are delivered mainly in small groups with the adults working to their own Individual Learning Plan. Adults can seek help for a range of reasons including, developing writing skills for CVs and job applications, developing reading skills to access information, developing numeracy skills for household budgeting. Whatever the reason, there is a range of free learning programmes. Search our online database at www.glasgowslearning.org.uk/ or contact our freephone helpline on 0800 027 6402. Glasgow's Learning - ESOLGlasgow Communities offers ESOL learning in groups, based on assessed language levels. Adults will go through an initial ESOL assessment to determine level and are referred to an appropriate group. Learning sessions run for 2 hours per week with adults attending for varying lengths of time depending on level and goals. Enquiries for Glasgow Life’s ESOL provision should be made through: North West Area: ESOL enquiries should be made through Glasgow Communities North West Team on 0141 276 1525 North East Area: ESOL enquiries should be made through Glasgow Communities North East Team on 0141 276 1785 South Area: For information on an English level test and information about English as a Second Language classes, refer to local posters in libraries (updated throughout the year)
For more information about all ESOL provision in the city, go to:www.learnesolglasgow.com |
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Long Term Conditions & Macmillan ServiceThe Long Term Conditions and Macmillan Service is a partnership which provides a free and confidential income maximisation and money advice service to Glasgow citizens who have a long term health condition. |
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Macmillan Cancer SupportMacmillan Cancer Support provides practical, medical and financial support to improve the lives of people affected by cancer. |
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Macmillan Financial guidance/www.macmillan.org.uk/HowWeCanHelp/FinancialSupport/Financialguidance/Financialguidance Making good financial decisions is not always easy and we know it becomes more challenging when you or a loved one is affected by cancer. You don’t need to make these decisions alone. Our team of dedicated financial experts understand how cancer can affect your finances and is here to help you every step of the way. |
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Money Advice ServiceThe Money Advice Service website contains lots of useful information, tools and calculators to help you manage your money and make the right financial decisions in relation to insurance, pensions and other financial products. The Money Advice Service is a free, independent service set up by government and is funded by a levy on the financial services industry. |
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Money Advice ScotlandPromotes the development of free independent money advice and raises standards through training. The Money Advice Scotland website provides details of money advice services and financial guidance. |
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NHS Smoking CessationThe NHS can provide support and assistance to help you stop smoking. |
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RCA Trust and GamcareWorking in partnership with Gamcare, the leading national body in advice and provision of counselling to problem gamblers, the service is provided free of charge to service users and their families. Although based in Paisley, we have developed a network of counsellors based throughout Scotland who are Gamcare-trained to help you address your issues. If you, or any member of your family, is affected by a problem gambler, contact. |
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Rights Advice ScotlandRights Advice Scotland is an organisation representing Welfare Rights Officers in Scottish Local Authorities. The website provides useful links and tools including a benefits calculator. |
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Sailors' Children SocietyThrough the Child Support Scheme the Sailor' Children Society currently supports over 400 children whose families have served in the fishing fleets or the Royal/Merchant Navy. We also help children whose parent has worked on the inland waterways, canals and rivers. The aim of the Society is to provide not only the basic necessities of life such as clothing, but to allow the children to partake in everyday activities that will enable them to achieve their full potential and take their place in society. |
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ScotcashScotcash are an independent company set up to help the citizens of Glasgow gain access to financial services which, due to either their past or current situation, they have been unable to access. Scotcash offer a range of services and products such as affordable loans, saving accounts, white goods packages, basic bank accounts and money advice. |
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Scottish GovernmentThe Scottish Government website provides information on issues such as social inclusion, equality and volunteering. |
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StepChange Debt CharityStepChange Debt Charity's Debt Remedy tool offers free, expert debt advice tailored to your individual needs. Alternatively call 0800 138 1111 for Scottish debt advice, including help with trust deeds, debt arrangement schemes, and sequestration. |
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Suicide Prevention - Choose LifeThe national strategy and action plan to prevent suicide in Scotland |
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The SparkFormed in 1965, The Spark is a well-established and highly respected charity in Scotland delivering a range of relationship support, education and counselling services. As a national charity, the organisation is committed to ensuring that all Scottish residents have access to relationship support, regardless of whether they live in a remote and rural location, in a village, town or city
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Turn 2 UsTurn 2 Us is a charitable service which helps people access the money available to them through welfare benefits, grants etc. The website can help you find appropriate sources of financial support based on your particular needs and circumstances. |
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For information on TV Licensing, ways to pay, eligibility or if you want to buy a TV Licence, please call 0300 790 6115 or visit www.tvlicensing.co.uk |