The Community Transport Hub
The Community Transport Hub is a signposting service, providing advice and information for residents of Bucks who might not have access to public or private transport, for whatever reason. If residents need help with transport to medical appointments, social activities, or anything else, they can contact the team on 0800 085 8480 or by emailing transport@communityimpactbucks.org.uk and they can let […]
Winter Home Insulation Guide for the Elderly
Building Materials Nationwide Ltd is a company based in Berkshire who specialise in the supply of building and construction materials to contractors and end users. On their website they offer lots of valuable information such as: The report also contains a useful chapter on dealing with lonliness. The report can be found by clicking in the […]
Little Known Ways to Bank at the Post Office
It has become a familiar story – bank branches are disappearing from our high streets, and some customers fear being cut off from in-person banking. But many don’t realise that the Post Office can provide essential banking services for almost everyone with a UK bank account. The number of UK bank branches has declined […]
Estate Planning & Wills
Lucy Goldsman from Co-op Estate Planning has given talks to our groups over the last 5 years to go through the importance of thinking ahead when it comes to estate planning. Here is a summary of things we all need to consider. Inheritance Tax There are things you can do that have a major impact on […]
Benefits Calculator
Benefits Calculator You could be missing out on extra money. Independent Age have a really useful benefits calculator to work out exactly what you can claim and get a personalised report. Even if you think you’re getting everything you’re entitled to, it’s worth checking. Just enter your details and our calculator will tell you what you […]
Energy Advice
Citizens Advice provides impartial, free and confidential advice to thousands of residents each year. They are also offering talks to groups in the Chiltern and South Bucks areas about staying warm for less this winter and avoiding the health risks associated with living in a cold home. The most recent research carried out by Citizens […]
Help with Heating Costs
You may be able to claim financial and practical help with heating your home. Grants available include the Winter Fuel Payment (https://www.gov.uk/winter-fuel-payment ) and the Cold Weather Payment. (https://www.gov.uk/cold-weather-payment ) For more information on cold weather benefits and the other help available, read the Financial help to heat your home section in the Keep warm, keep well leaflet https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/653267/Keep_Warm_Keep_Well_2017.pdf. The Energy Saving Trust (www.energysavingtrust.org.uk ) has […]
Unclaimed benefits
One in four elderly people struggling financially as billions of benefits go unclaimed Nearly three million pensioners are having money problems, with many unable to pay regular bills or keep their homes warm as more than £3.5bn worth of benefits for pensioners are going unclaimed each year, according to a study by Age UK. The charity said […]
Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA)
SOLLA – Society of Later Life Advisers – is a not for profit organisation that provides Accredited financial Advisers, who understand financial needs in later life. All members of the Society are listed on the SOLLA website which can be found here https://societyoflaterlifeadvisers.co.uk All members have been accredited to a level that goes beyond what […]
Retirement Leasehold Warnings
New developments of retirement apartments popping up all over the country. They come in various guises, from complete self-contained villages to budget apartments on busy roads. Depending on what you can afford, they can offer a cosy, comfortable retirement where all household worries are taken away – in theory. They sound ideal for older people, and […]
