A new Cost of Living support scheme has launched for Walsall families this week.
Developed by Walsall Council, the scheme aims to help residents struggling with living costs by providing support and advice.
As well as practical advice and signposting to the correct services, the service includes:
- Web portal with information and advice
- Support in getting online
- Information on applying for grants and discounts
- Information on benefits, debt and food banks
Walsall Council leader, Councillor Mike Bird said: “Rising costs are affecting everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our society.
“With our new Cost of Living Support service we want to create an advice point where people can easily access trusted, accurate and up-to-date information.
“As well as detailing the support we can offer residents it also contains a host of links which people can use to seek further assistance.
“Our Cost of Living Support will provide practical help for people in all parts of the Borough as we head into the autumn and winter. We don’t have a magic wand to wave but we hope the information and advice we provide will enable people to make positive decisions that make a difference to their lives.”
To find out more, check out the Cost of Living website.