Located at the Mansion in the centre of Totnes, three local organisations (Caring Town, Totnes Caring and Citizens Advice South Hams) are working in partnership to provide a free drop in service that connects local people with the support they need. Visitors can pop in to the Mansion and chat with the friendly staff from all three organisations to find …
A massive thank you to everyone who took part in our recent Wills Week campaign
Bartons Solicitors, Start Point Law, Beers Solicitors and SW Law all contributed to our best ever Wills Week by offering to write simple Wills free of charge for donations to Citizens Advice in recognition of the work we do in the local community. Plus thank you to all the people who made a Will and donated to us, those donations …
Volunteer taster Day at Dartmouth
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Volunteer Taster Day in Ivybridge
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More Local people turning to Citizens Advice in it’s 80th year of service
Citizens Advice South Hams reveals an increase in the number of people turning to its advisors for help with Universal Credit (UC) issues, debt, housing and utility bill problems this year compared to last, as well as a general overall increase in demand. The charity is celebrating 80 years of service, it was formed at the onset of World War …
Do you or someone you know struggle to pay energy bills?
Citizens Advice will be extending its work and offering Energy Advice Checks in community centres and jobcentres across South Hams. The local charity will help people find the cheapest deals, apply for discounts and grants, help reduce energy and water debts as well as making sure clients are living in homes that are energy efficient. Nick White, from Citizens Advice …
Fundraising News
A big thank you to the Bay Horse, Chris Hall and all the Totnes businesses who kindly donated prizes for our pub quiz raffle last night, we raised £200 – Harrison’s Garage, the Seven Stars, the Albert and Morrisons who donated this hamper. Also a big thank you to the Durant Arms who held a Diwahli Night and raised …
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Citizens Advice celebrates with 80s Disco Night
Citizens Advice is 80 years old this September, which means all the small local charities that make up Citizens Advice, including our own in the South Hams, make it not only one of the largest independent advice providers in the UK but one of the oldest. Celebrations have been going on most of the year, starting with a visit to …