CWaC Cost of Living Support News Part 2

Help cover the cost of Back to School

Believe it or not as we approach the end of another academic year some parents/guardians will soon be focussing on how to meet the costs of the new term beginning in September.
After an initial trial last year, West Cheshire Credit Union are pleased to be offering a school uniform loan of up to 250, giving parents another option to turn to when it comes to meeting the costs. School shoes can often be one of the more expensive items of a school uniform, so small loans are available to cover this cost.
Application window closes 31 August 2025

Find out more HERE

Warm Homes Grant

Warm Homes Grant funding is expected to be available until 31 March 2028 in west Cheshire for home insulation and renewables such as heat pumps and solar panels. The grant has been made possible by funding from the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero.
The amount of grant you can apply for varies depending on your property and the type of work that is needed.
Find out more HERE

###Important reminder to check your State Pension age...

This is particularly important if you were born between 6 April 1960 and 5 March 1961.
The Pensions Act 2014 set out the timescale for the increase in State Pension age from 66 years old to 67 years old and will first affect those born between 6 April 1960 and 5 March 1961.Find out more HERE

Skills and Employment service – new prospectus launched

The Skills and Employment service has now launched their new prospectus, which outlines what services they provide and includes a selection of the types of learning on offer.
Find out more HERE