Did you know 1 in 5 people in Scotland are locked in poverty? This week is #ChallengePoverty Week, and RCAB believes with compassion and justice we can end poverty. Visit renfrewshire.cas.org.uk for links to self help and to book an appt. More info: www.povertyalliance.org/CPW/

Social Security Scotland will pay Pension Age Winter Heating Payment this winter. Most eligible people get the payment of £101.70-£305.10 automatically and don't need to apply. SSS will send the payment to the same account as your State Pension. More info bit.ly/SocialSecuri...

If you're struggling with council tax payments, or are in council tax debt, support is available from our advisers, in Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire. Book an appt (Renfrewshire, Saltcoats, Stevenston): app.10to8.com/book/council... Book an appt (Beith): app.10to8.com/book/beithtr...

Volunteers wanted! Can you spare 3 hours a week? RCAB is launching a Baby Bank, providing baby essentials to families in need. We're looking for volunteers to help process referrals and package items. For more details, please email [email protected]

Scammers are sending texts asking you to apply for "Winter Heating Allowance" within an urgent deadline or risk missing out on £300 Qualifying people in Scotland are paid Pension Age Winter Heating Payment once a year, and don't need to apply. More info: www.mygov.scot/pension-age-...

Applying for UC for the first time? Citizens Advice Scotland's Help To Claim service helps you through the UC application process until your first payment. HTC is a telephone service, with interpreters for various languages available. Call 08000 232 581 to speak to a HTC adviser.

DWP/Jobcentre closure On Monday 25 August, DWP and Jobcentre Plus offices and phone lines are closed. If you expect a payment on 25 August then benefits will be paid early on Friday 22 August. If your expected payment date is not shown, you will be paid on your usual date.

If your energy supplier is OVO and you or your partner receive certain benefits, you may be entitled to the Warm Home Discount. WHD isn't automatically paid out in Scotland, you must apply for it. Qualifying OVO customers can register their interest at whd.ovoenergy.com

RCAB CLOSURE Renfrewshire CAB will be closed this bank holiday Monday 4th August. We will open again from 10am-3pm for appointments on Tuesday 5th August.

We're hiring! RCAB is looking for someone with experience in people management and understanding of the needs of Renfrewshire to be our next CEO. For more information, visit goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP..., or request an application pack by emailing [email protected]

RCAB services will always be free. We never ask for payment for our services. If someone claiming to be from RCAB asks for payment in exchange for advice, report it to [email protected], visit our office or leave a voicemail at 0141 889 2121 to let us know.

🌟'People come with a wide range of issues and leave with a plan'🌟 Michele is one of our newest volunteers, she enjoys seeing clients from all backgrounds and helping them make informed decisions. See below for her volunteer story. #VolunteersWeekScot #CABVolunteeringScot

🌟'There's so such thing as a daft question'🌟 Sean is learning every day through volunteering, from training to knowledgeable colleagues. See below for his full volunteer story. #VolunteersWeekScot #CABVolunteeringScot

🌟'Everyone is so patient and helpful'🌟 Tracey got her confidence back after volunteering, and finds volunteering highly rewarding. See below for her full volunteer story. #VolunteersWeekScot #CABVolunteeringScot

Happy Volunteers Week! 🌟'I have become a more confident person since volunteering'🌟 Cody has learned a lot since she's been at RCAB, and enjoys giving back to her community through volunteering. See below for her full volunteer story. #VolunteersWeekScot #CABVolunteeringScot

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Riverbrae, St Andrews, Park Mains, Renfrew and Gryffe High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

The Friend In Need or Hi Mum and Dad text scam impersonates friends and family, who lose their phone and are in urgent need of money. Manage your risk by making a family password only you and loved ones know to use in this situation More on Whatsapp scams www.which.co.uk/consumer-rig...

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Gleniffer and St Benedict's High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

RCAB Bank Holiday Closure RCAB will be closed on Monday 26th May for the bank holiday. We will reopen as normal on Tuesday 27th May at 10am.

Scammers claiming to be from HMRC are threatening potential scam victims with lawsuits and demands for unpaid tax to be paid. HMRC will never ask for personal information by email or text for tax rebates or refunds. More information on HMRC scams www.which.co.uk/consumer-rig...

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Riverbrae and Castlehead High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

Fraudsters are sending Whatsapp messages offering non-existent jobs, often with attractive salaries and flexible work options. Avoid engaging with job offers sent by text and Whatsapp, only register with reputable recruiters. More about Whatsapp scams: www.which.co.uk/consumer-rig...

15% of clients who had appointments with RCAB in April didn't attend. Please help us to help you: if you no longer need or can't make your appointment, let us know by leaving a voicemail at 0141 889 2121, or replying to the text/email confirmation we sent you about your appt.

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Mary Russell and St Benedict's High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

You can get 1 free Garden Waste Permit if you get full Council Tax Reduction or exemption for a person with severe mental impairment. You still need to apply or have someone apply for you. When applying, select Apply For A Free Permit. More info and apply

Extended deadline! You now have until 12pm on Thursday 15th May to apply for our generalist adviser role, with options for part time or full time hours. For further information and an application pack, email [email protected]

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Paisley Grammar and Johnstone High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

We’re recruiting for Generalist Advisers in our new Council Tax Debt Project, focusing on preventing CT debt and supporting those who are already in debt in Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire. For further info and an application pack, email [email protected]

Changes to Carer Support Payment (CSP) The earnings limit for CSP has increased to £196 a week, meaning a carer can earn £45 more a week and be eligible for CSP. If you would like a benefit check, call 0141 889 2121 or go to app.10to8.com/book/renfrew... to book an appt at RCAB.

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Mary Russell, Gleniffer, Renfrew and Gryffe High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

From today, Pension Age Disability Payment is replacing Attendance Allowance in Scotland, meaning anyone who tries to make a new AA claim will be redirected to make a PADP claim. People who currently receive AA don't need to take any action. More info: www.mygov.scot/pensiondisability

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Riverbrae, Linwood, Trinity and St Benedict's High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

DWP and Jobcentre Easter Closure 🐰 DWP offices and phone lines will be closed on Friday 18 and Monday 21 April. They will reopen as usual on Tuesday 22 April. If you are expecting a benefits payment on 18 April or 21 April then it will be paid early on Thursday 17 April.

RCAB Easter Closure RCAB will be closed on Friday 18th April and Monday 21st April for the Easter bank holiday weekend. We will reopen as normal on Tuesday 22nd April at 10am.

13% of clients who had appointments with RCAB in March didn't attend. Please help us to help you: if you no longer need or can't make your appointment, let us know by leaving a voicemail at 0141 889 2121, or replying to the text/email confirmation we sent you about your appt.

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Mary Russell, Castlehead, Renfrew and Johnstone High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Riverbrae, Linwood, Paisley Grammar and St Benedict's High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

If you’ve fallen behind on your energy bills, Renfrewshire CAB are here to help. Our advisers can work out a repayment plan with you, or even see if some can be written off. Don’t put off seeking advice – search advice online today: www.cas.org.uk/stressed #stressedaboutdebt

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Mary Russell, St Andrew's, Park Mains and Gryffe high schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

Falling behind on your rent can be stressful – but you don’t need to face it alone. At Renfrewshire CAB we can help communicate with your landlord and get back in control of your finances. Search www.cas.org.uk/stressed today #stressedaboutdebt

Many of us are worried about debt right now. Rising costs of energy, food and fuel, mean that more of us are turning to credit to cover essential costs. But you’re not alone – [insert CAB name] is here to help. Visit www.cas.org.uk/stressed for online or to seek in person advice with us.

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Riverbrae, Gleniffer, Renfrew and Johnstone High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

13% of clients who had appointments with us in February didn't show up. Please help us to help you: if you no longer need or can't make your appointment, let us know by leaving a voicemail at 0141 889 2121, or replying to the text/email confirmation we sent you about your appt.

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Mary Russell, Castlehead, Trinity and St Benedict's high schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

Did you know? Many households are eligible for Scottish Child Payment, Child Benefit or both. We've explained the differences below. If you'd like advice on your SCP and CB entitlement, call 0141 889 2121 or go to app.10to8.com/book/renfrew... to book an appointment with our advisers.

We are looking for Volunteer Trustees! If you are looking for a rewarding voluntary role please visit renfrewshirecab.org.uk/volunteer & complete an application form.

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Riverbrae, Linwood, Paisley Grammar and Johnstone high schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

📔School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Mary Russell, St Andrew's, Park Mains, Renfrew and Gryffe high schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

The second episode of the Are Numbers Getting in Your Way Podcast focuses on budgeting, managing household finances, debt, and energy consumption. buff.ly/4bkIi3B Find out about support available across Glasgow City Region at buff.ly/41xb6CI or call 0808 171 3030

Citizens Advice Scotland's Help To Claim service recently launched a Video Relay Service (VRS) which gives people access to a BSL interpreter with no appointment needed via our website. Help to Claim is designed for people who need advice moving to UC. More info: https://buff.ly/2OBA50F