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A number of Stockport charities and organisations will help residents make their money go further as part of a Money Maximising Roadshow being hosted by Stockport Council.
The event, taking place at Woodley Civic Hall on 8th June from 12-4pm, is designed to help residents access the services they need to help their money go further, as well as being able to check that they receive all the financial support they are entitled to, in light of the growing effects of price rises on communities across the borough.
The event will bring together a whole abundance of helpful organisations under one roof, all with the aim of helping to support residents across the borough. There will also be a British Sign Language translator present, so those with hearing difficulties can benefit from the Money Maximising Roadshow.
Some of the organisations in attendance include Stockport Council, Citizens Advice Stockport and Stockport Homes. Renewal North West will also be standing by to offer affordable white goods and Community Computers will be providing assistance through low-cost computers and advice on how to use them.
Alongside this, other specialised support will be available to answer questions and offer well-rounded support, such as Welfare Rights Service Stockport. There will also be advice around financial and food support schemes you may not previously have been aware of, such as the Pensions Credit scheme and The Pantry.
Cllr Malcolm Allan, Stockport Council Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources, said:
“We recognise that this is an exceptionally difficult time for some residents in terms of finances. The cost of living is rising more that an at any time in recent memory and there is huge pressure from energy prices which many residents will not have had to face before. I’d urge all who are worried about their finances to attend the Money Maximising Roadshow to access help and advice from a wide range of services.”