Budgeting and debt

It is a difficult time for everybody right now, with rising living costs making it difficult to make ends meet.

There’s lots of help and support to help you to get through this time.  Including government help with energy bills.  And budget planning, and payment assistance.

Wakefield Citizens Advice Bureau

Wakefield Citizens Advice is a charity that offers free confidential advice by phone, online or in person.

You can find them at other locations in the district by visiting wakefielddistrictcab.co.uk/contact-us/.

Contact them by calling the freephone 0800 144 8848, open 9am to 4pm weekdays.  

Debt Advice

If you're struggling to pay your bills, or you owe money and can't pay it back, don't ignore the problem. Call or visit your local Hub, advisers are on hand to discuss your situation and offer practical support.

A Hub adviser can also refer you to a qualified debt adviser who can help with debt They can help you find ways to manage debts even if you think you have no spare money. They can also suggest ways to deal with debts that you might not know about.  

Can't make it to a hub?

Call the specialist debt and money advice team.

Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm on 0800 144 8848 (freephone) or email moneyadvice@wakefielddistrictcab.co.uk.

WDH Cash Wise

Cash Wise is a service available to WDH tenants and families with children under 12.

The service offers free support and advice to help with financial issues. Helping you to take control of your finances. 

You can contact Cash Wise on 01977 724651 or visit www.getcashwise.co.uk.