Colin’s Nest in Poole welcomes the public to warm up
A cafe in Dorset has opened its doors to the public as part of the Warm Hub scheme to help people keep warm this winter during the cost-of-living crisis.
A cafe in Dorset has opened its doors to the public as part of the Warm Hub scheme to help people keep warm this winter during the cost-of-living crisis.
A partnership between Dorset Community Foundation and BCP Council is providing warm spaces thanks to a fund of £200,000.
Exacerbated by the cost of living crisis, YMCA Bournemouth’s services have been needed more than ever this year.
With the rising cost of living, people could be tempted to put warmth above safety, but the service has some advice.
Many people in the county may not realise that with the rise in the cost of living they are now eligible for financial help.
Applications are invited via the Citizens Advice BCP website from residents who need support to survive the winter months.
The support hub, which is online, will include advice on how to access free gadgets to reduce energy bills.
The advice to residents from Dorset Council and Citizens Advice is to shop around before signing up to a scheme.
With the energy price cap threshold increased today, an East Dorset charity says many low income families are already struggling.
A new scheme has been launched to help get donations to Bournemouth Foodbank to support families over the summer.