I have been made aware of this project which
provides practical assistance to vulnerable families and individuals who are
affected by the cold weather and fuel poverty. It is funded from
the Department of Health Warm Homes and Healthy People Fund and is open until
31 March 2013. The service can be accessed via the Freephone number 0800
804 8601 and visits can be requested through an advisor on line at http://www3.hants.gov.uk/cold-spots
The range of services available are
- A free local
information and advice phone line staffed by friendly, trained advisors -
0800 804 8601
- Hitting the Cold Spots
advisors who will visit individuals in their own homes to offer practical
assistance and support
- Financial help with hot
water and heating systems repairs if they meet the criteria
- Support with
alternative heating measures (electric oil filled radiators) for those
without heating
- Access to small grant
support to help cope with winter fuel emergencies –open and available
now!
- Advice and access to
current insulation offers – (loft, cavity and solid wall insulation)
- Assistance to switch
energy provider or tariff to help make savings on fuel bills.
- Debt advice tailored to
individual circumstances
- Free Home Safety visits
including a carbon monoxide monitor, smoke detector and a fire safety
plan
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