Benefits
It can be difficult to understand what benefits you’re entitled to, how to claim them, and what to do if your benefits are stopped. We’re here to offer support and guidance to everyone who needs more information about benefits.
Whatever benefit your looking for advice on we’re here to give you a clear answer.
There are a wide range of people who may be entitled to benefits. Here are some of the groups of people who could be eligible for extra support:
There are several different types of benefits and other forms of support you could receive. You might also be entitled to Universal Credit, tax credits or help with your council tax, housing costs and national insurance, or other kinds of financial support. We can also give you information about how to claim benefits, how you’ll receive your benefit payments, and what to do if you have any problems getting them. If you are claiming Universal Credit for the first time, we can help in person, by phone or via webchat.
Whatever you need to know about benefits, we’re here to offer you free, impartial and confidential advice. Come and see us at Coatbridge Citizens Advice Bureau today.
Read our online advice
Speak to an adviser
We have a dedicated adviser to support clients aged 65+ with all our CAB services, this may involve support in making a claim to Retirement Pension, Pension Credit, Pension Age Disability payment (previously Attendance Allowance) to applying for a blue badge. The adviser will ensure that if you need the support of another specialist adviser such as energy, housing etc then it will be a seamless handover. Contact us on 01236 421447.