Help for vulnerable residents to stay warm and healthy

With fuel costs rising it can be difficult to make sure you are getting all the support you need to pay your bills, especially if you have someone in your household who is over 65, on a low income, or who has a long term health condition or disability. Keeping warm over the winter months can help prevent colds, flu or more serious health conditions such as heart attacks, strokes, pneumonia and depression which affect more vulnerable people.

The chances of these problems are higher for these vulnerable groups:

elderly or frail people
people with a long-term health condition
people with a mental illness
people with a disability (long or short-term)
people with a cardiovascular disease
people with a respiratory disease
families on a low income with children aged under 5.

The friendly team at Lewisham Council can make your home warmer, saving you money and improving your health.

They will:

explain how to make your home energy efficient
install energy saving devices
offer impartial advice on how to pay less for your electricity or gas
give you income support and debt advice
connect you to other sources of help.

How to book your free online consultation

To find more information and book your free online consultation, visit the South London Advice and Referral Network’s website or call 0808 169 1779.

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How to book your free online consultation