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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 7h

You can request a home visit via email, by visiting one of our advice centres or by getting a referral from a third party organisation. www.arunchichestercab.org.uk/health

#WeAreCitizensAdvice #HomeVisiting #Advice #Support #Arun #Chichester

Health : Arun & Chichester Citizens Advice

Our team of Social Prescribers are working with patients of GP surgeries in Littlehampton to help improve your wellbeing by linking you to appropriate services and support.

www.arunchichestercab.org.uk

Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 7h

If you'd struggle to get to one of our centres because of a health condition or caring responsibility, we can come to you!

Our Home Visiting Service covers #Arun, #Chichester and the surrounding areas. You can get advice on issues such as benefits, debt, housing, family, energy, employment & more

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 9h

Find out more: stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk/protect-your...

Turn on 2-step verification (2SV) - Stop! Think Fraud

2-step verification (2SV) gives you an extra level of protection from fraudsters on your most important accounts like email. Set it up now.

stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk

Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 9h

⚠️ 35,434 people reported their email or social media accounts hacked last year.

✅ Enabling 2-step verification (2SV) can keep cyber criminals out of your account, even if they know your password.

#TurnOn2SV #ScamAware

Infographic. Text reads "Action Required. It is critical for everyone to enable Two Factor Authentication (2FA) to protect themselves online. Please go to the "security" settings of all the apps/accounts you have and ensure you have this enabled. 2FA is an additional layer of defence and stops criminals getting into your online accounts. It takes seconds to set up. Your thumbprint or Face ID is best. It is much more secure and convenient than text codes."

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 11h

You could be eligible if you’re on a low income, are vulnerable or have a health condition affected by adversely affected by living in a cold home.

Our Energy Team can tell you more and check if you're eligible ⤵️
www.arunchichestercab.org.uk/email-advice

Email Advice : Arun & Chichester Citizens Advice

Please note that this is to receive advice via email. If you require a telephone or face-to-face service, you should use one of those channels to gain advice instead.

www.arunchichestercab.org.uk

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 11h

The West Sussex #ECO4Flex scheme offers free insulation and energy efficiency upgrades for vulnerable households in West Sussex. It targets low-income individuals, those in fuel poverty, people with health issues, or residents in cold, inefficient homes.

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 14h

#GetOnlineWeek (20-26 Oct 2025) spotlights the advantages of joining the digital world, emphasising the issue of digital exclusion faced by many due to lack of access or skills.

Explore more at Good Things Foundation www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/get... #DigitalInclusion

Get Online Week | UK’s Largest Digital Inclusion Campaign | Good Things Foundation

Join Get Online Week, the UK's largest digital inclusion campaign, from October 20-26. Host events, access free resources, and help fix the digital divide!

www.goodthingsfoundation.org

Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 14h

While many of us effortlessly use digital tools for work, communication, and everyday tasks, 52% of UK adults lack vital tech skills for employment and millions still encounter barriers to digital confidence — from fear of AI to not feeling safe online ⤵️ #GetOnlineWeek

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 1d

Find out more: stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk/protect-your...

Turn on 2-step verification (2SV) - Stop! Think Fraud

2-step verification (2SV) gives you an extra level of protection from fraudsters on your most important accounts like email. Set it up now.

stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk

Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 1d

🚨Don't make life easy for cyber criminals

✅ Create strong passwords using Three Random Words

❌ Don’t use the same password for different accounts

#TurnOn2SV #ScamAware

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 1d

You can request a home visit via email, by visiting one of our advice centres or by getting a referral from a third party organisation. www.arunchichestercab.org.uk/health

#WeAreCitizensAdvice #HomeVisiting #Advice #Support #Arun #Chichester

Health : Arun & Chichester Citizens Advice

Our team of Social Prescribers are working with patients of GP surgeries in Littlehampton to help improve your wellbeing by linking you to appropriate services and support.

www.arunchichestercab.org.uk

Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 1d

If you'd struggle to get to one of our centres because of a health condition or caring responsibility, we can come to you!

Our Home Visiting Service covers #Arun, #Chichester and the surrounding areas. You can get advice on issues such as benefits, debt, housing, family, energy, employment & more

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 1d

🛑 Had a call or message from somebody claiming to be from your bank?

If you think someone is calling to trick you into giving them money or personal details, hang up and call 159.

159 is a secure service that connects you directly with your bank.

Protect yourself from fraud!

Stay #ScamAware

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 1d

📱 Not sure if that delivery message is genuine?

Official delivery services won’t request payments via text links - this indicates a potential scam.

🛑 Avoid clicking the link and visit the official website instead.

Our guidance can help ⤵️
buff.ly/vw8Yak6 #ScamAware

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 2d

Our #Midhurst outreach is open this Thursday!

No appointment needed. Just pop in!

📍 The Grange Community Centre, Bepton Road, Midhurst
🕤 Every Thursday morning between 9:30am - 12.30pm

You can get advice on issues such as benefits, debt, housing, energy, employment & more!

Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 2d

#Diwali is a key Hindu festival celebrated globally by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs. It signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.

To all those celebrating, Happy Diwali. May the light of Diwali dispel darkness and bring you hope 💜

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 2d

Visit @citizensadvice.bsky.social for more tips ⤵️
wearecitizensadvice.org.uk/top-5-scams-...

Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 2d

Think you can detect a con? 🤔 They're getting trickier.

This #ScamsAwarenessWeek we’re sharing simple tips to help you stay one step ahead of the scammers.

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 2d

Join us for #ScamsAwarenessWeek as we highlight the importance of being vigilant against scams and offer tips to safeguard yourself!

Our 2025 campaign, running from October 20 to November 2, will focus on alerting you to current scams and providing advice.

Stay informed! #StayAlert

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 3d

If your #ADHD symptoms are affecting your studies, work or relationships, make an appointment with a GP to find out what support is available.

They may also want to consider other conditions that could be causing your symptoms, such as autism, Tourette's or anxiety, to help you get the right care.

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 3d

You might display signs of inattention, hyperactivity, or both.

Symptoms typically manifest before age 12.

ADHD is often less recognised in females, possibly because they tend to exhibit inattentive traits, which are less noticeable than hyperactivity.

#ADHDAwareness

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 3d

#ADHD is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition. It can affect focus, impulse control, time management, and organisation.

It's not a mental illness or learning disorder, but it can impact mental wellbeing, often coexisting with anxiety or depression.

#ADHDawareness #MentalHealthMatters

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 3d

#ADHDAwarenessMonth is observed every October to raise public awareness about Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

The month-long campaign aims to educate people, debunk myths, reduce stigma, and promote better understanding and support for individuals and families affected by ADHD ⤵️

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 4d

Talking therapies like counselling or CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) can help with symptoms of menopause and perimenopause.

You can get NHS talking therapies without seeing a GP first ⤵️
nhs.uk/service-sear... #WorldMenopauseDay

Find NHS talking therapies for anxiety and depression

If you live in England and are aged 18 or over, you can access NHS talking therapies services for anxiety and depression.

nhs.uk

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Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social · 4d

There are also menopause specialists who have experience in supporting anyone going through perimenopause and menopause.

You can find your nearest menopause specialist on the British Menopause Society website (this lists NHS and private specialists) ⤵️
thebms.org.uk/find-a-menop...

Find a Menopause Specialist

Use our search tool to find your nearest BMS-recognised menopause specialist. Simply enter your postcode and optionally filter for NHS or private clinics.

thebms.org.uk

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