Debt Matters
Sometimes unexpected events can cause real money problems. There are services which offer a full range of debt and money advice, ranging from assistance to accessing formal and informal debt remedies.
Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service - What they do
Debt and Money advice - Sometimes unexpected events can cause real money problems. Dumfries & Galloway Citizens Advice Service offers a full range of debt and money services, ranging from assistance to accessing formal and informal debt remedies. These range from negotiating repayment plans for multiple debts by negotiating with creditors, assisting with applications to the Scottish Government's 'debt arrangement scheme' and applications for bankruptcy.
Benefits Advice - It's important to make sure that you get all the help that you're entitled to. Dumfries & Galloway Citizens Advice Service will help you, your family and carers identify any social security benefits you are entitled to claim. They provide practical assistance to apply for these benefits & help you identify and apply for any additional funding you may be entitled to.
Visit www.dagcas.org
StepChange - What they do
StepChange is a National Debt Charity. They provide a free, confidential online advice tool and recommend the best debt solution for your situation.
Visit www.stepchange.org
Dumfries and Galloway Youth Enquiry Service - What they do
Are you aged 25 or under? Dumfries and Galloway Youth Enquiry Service may be able to help. Visit their Facebook page for more details https://en-gb.facebook.com/YouthEnquiryService/
The Youth Enquiry Service offer weekly drop in events where you can receive free, confidential advice and support on a range of topics including benefits and budgeting. You can also get free access to the internet, phone and printer.
