Household bills pile on more pressure - help is at hand from Argyll & Bute Citizens Advice Bureau

“Everyday Citizens Advice advisers help people worried about their finances, worried about running out of money and really anxious about being chased for money.

Citizens Advice has trained advisers who understand the pressures people are under. They know how an unexpected bill can push people over the edge, they also know that money worries can also genuinely affect people’s mental health. At Citizens Advice, there’s no need to feel embarrassed about debt and money worries - it’s all part of what Citizens Advice is here to help with. Yes, we deal with housing, employment and consumer issues, but most commonly now we help with money-related advice.

When it comes to bills like Council Tax, if you’re struggling to keep up with payments, let us help you work through your budget and see what we can sort out. We might be able to arrange some breathing space to sort out your budget. We can even deal directly with recovery companies, such as Sheriff Officer, Walker Love, if they have been in touch with you.

If you’re struggling to keep up with energy costs or dealing energy debt, don’t face it alone, Citizens Advice advisers can help.

At Citizens Advice, we’ve heard time and time again that the advice and support given has helped people get on top of their budgets, sleep at night and even that our help has been life changing. That’s just what we do.  Advisers are knowledgeable, helpful and most of all kind - they do the job because they care, they want to help people.

So, if you’re worried about your bills and feeling money worries are getting on top of you, get in touch - there’s no cost, Citizens Advice is always free, it’s also always completely confidential.

You can call us, you can leave a message, we’ll call you back, or you can email or use our easy-to-use online form - whatever suits - we’re just here to help.”

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Online and prefer to check what help may be available, here’s a couple of recommended sites

For Council Tax - www.checkmycounciltax.scot

For household budgets - www.moneymap.scot

Your local Citizens Advice is here for anyone living in Argyll and Bute; advice is free, impartial and completely confidential.
Argyll and Bute Citizens Advice Bureau
Telephone - 01546 605550
Email – info@abcab.org
For more information visit www.abcab.org.uk