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Hamilton Citizens Advice Bureau
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Free, confidential independent advice - money, benefits, employment, immigration, housing, family, health & community care issues Tel 01698 283477 for more info
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Can you answer our wish? We have submitted a wish-for a large screen Smart TV 🤩 to South Lanarkshire Council’s Community Wish List. If you are a local supplier who would like to help, please get in touch using the details on our wish page 👉 bit.ly/42HfgrO #SLCWishList #SocialGood #MakeADifference
Third-sector organisations are on the frontline of efforts to challenge the injustice of poverty. This #ChallengePoverty week we support calls for those organisations to receive fair, longer-term, and guaranteed funding #KeepTheBeatAlive #WeDemandBetter
Today is the start of #ChallengePoverty week 2025, a further opportunity to raise our voice against poverty and call for a just and equal Scotland 💪 Please see Lucy’s story, 👇navigating loss of income and insecure housing, all whilst in her hospital bed #EndPovertyNow #WeDemandBetter
Its #PensionAwarenessWeek, remember that you have to claim your State Pension, you don’t just get it automatically. You may also be entitled to other benefits, plan for your future 💪and make sure you are getting what you are entitled to. Get in touch 👉 t.co/UX3yeBiYup #IncomeMaxisation
Join us! Our Annual General Meeting is at 11 am on Friday, 3rd October 2025, with refreshments served from 10.30 am 🥐 ☕ If you would like to come along, then we would love to see you there 🎊 Please RSVP at [email protected] or call on 01698 286400.
Today is #NationalFoodbankDay. An opportunity to raise awareness about food poverty and the vital role of foodbanks in providing essential supplies to individuals and families facing hardship🫶 Our Team Leader-General Services, Brian, recognises the need in our community #EndFoodInsecurity
Good news! 🤩We have received the Breastfeeding Friendly Award from NHS Lanarkshire, which shows our commitment to providing mums with a positive experience of breastfeeding when out and about. You'll see the certificate and window stickers going up in our office soon! Let's #NormaliseBreastfeeding
We’re excited to share our fantastic news 🤩 We've been awarded 3-year funding from @therobertsontrust.bsky.social for our Health and Welfare Advice Service 🎉 So grateful for their support for our community 🫶 Read our Chief Officer’s blog to learn more 👉http://bit.ly/4mross5 #EndPovertyNow
Today were celebrating #NationalFinancialAwarenessDay👛 Our dedicated money adviser had only joined us in the latter half of year 2024/25 but has already helped so many people with a range of different money issues.👏 Don’t miss out on the help available #KnowYourRights Get in touch bit.ly/4mfTrY6
Ahead of #NationalFinancialAwarenessDay, 👛our fabulous and very experienced Money Adviser, Tracey, shares the importance of taking back control and how reaching out for help and advice can make a real difference. #FinancialLiteracy #EmpowerYourself
Today we’re celebrating #WorldBloggersDay 🎉by sharing our latest blog! Head over to our article at👉 bit.ly/4mcN0Vu to read more and find out about unlocking your financial awareness ahead of next week’s #FinancialAwarenessDay.👛 #EndPoverty #EmpowerYourself
Do you want to improve access to justice by providing free, high-quality advice and representation? 💪We're recruiting for a Lay Representative based in our In-Court Advice Service. If you’d like to be part of a supportive team and #makeadifference apply now bit.ly/4mkAHq5 #socialjustice
This #SocialMediaGivingDay, have a listen to our Chief Officer talking about how donating to us can empower people in our local community, to access their rights and improve their lives💗Please show us your support and donate by contacting 👉[email protected] #SocialGood
Last year, our services made an incredible impact for people in our community. We helped nearly 4000 people across 16 different advice areas, obtaining over a million pounds in client financial gains! #CommunityImpact #MakeADifference
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible funders! 🫶Our Chief Officer, Jennifer Howdle, talks about how your support is the lifeline that keeps our doors open and allows us to provide vital services to our community. Together, we're making a real difference! #ThankYouFunders #MakeADifference
Fantastic news! 🎉We are thrilled to have been accredited with the Investing in Volunteers quality mark, the UK’s standard for excellence in volunteer management. A huge thank you to everyone who made this possible and to our thriving volunteer team 👏💞 #InvestingInVolunteers #CABVolunteeringScot
Getting ready for the new school term can be a significant expense, with many families struggling to budget. There are lots of different ways though to reduce costs and get support. #KnowYourRights #EmpowerYourself Read the full article here to get some tips 👉 www.hamiltoncab.org.uk/news/back-sc...
It’s under a couple of months now until the start of the new school year. There are several benefits and grants available to parents and families, don’t miss out on what you are entitled to. #KnowYourRights #EmpowerYourself Get in touch to check www.hamiltoncab.org.uk/contact-us
As part of our commitment to data protection, we have updated our Privacy Notice. You can review the updated notice here: www.hamiltoncab.org.uk/privacy-policy If you have any questions, please get in touch 👇 www.hamiltoncab.org.uk/contact-us
At Hamilton Citizens Advice, we offer drop-in advice sessions across the town, to make it a bit easier for you to access advice on housing, benefits, money, employment, immigration, family, health & community care issues. Take a look at our outreach advice calendar for July 👇#KnowYourRights
This #WorldRefugeeDay we support and celebrate the strength and resilience of refugees worldwide. At Hamilton Citizens Advice, our services are here for you 🫶https://www.hamiltoncab.org.uk/our-services
We're hiring! We’re looking for an inspiring Team Leader for our General & Community Services, to join our management team at Hamilton Citizens Advice. If you excel in putting people first, fostering a supportive team culture and serving communities, apply now! www.hamiltoncab.org.uk/careers/team...
Are you caring for someone? You don't have to do it alone. 🫶 You can get help and advice to make your day-to-day life easier. We support #CarersWeek and recognise the invaluable contribution you make every day. Our bureau is here for you: hamiltoncab.org.uk/get-advice
In #CarersWeek, it's the perfect time to reflect on the challenges faced by unpaid carers and explore ways to support them. Read our session supervisor's blog, 👇 who talks about balancing caring responsibilities and how we can promote equality for carers. www.hamiltoncab.org.uk/news/carers-...
It’s the last day of #VolunteersWeek! A BIG thank you to all those at Hamilton CAB for sharing your stories and your time, and a final HUGE thank you of the week to our brilliant volunteers.💞 Until next year…. #CABVolunteeringScot