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Benefit roadshow for Hattersley tenants

by Ethos public relations

Peak Valley Housing Association is inviting residents living in Hattersley to attend a Benefit Roadshow at Tameside Court where they can receive help and advice with Housing Benefit and any monetary issues they may have.

Jane Bradford Revenue Services Officer at Peak Valley said: “We are working with Tameside MBC Welfare Rights Team who will be giving a presentation to help residents understand the changes to Housing Benefit, Non Dependant Deductions, Universal Credit and the Social Fund.”

Experts will be on hand to offer help with any Council Tax issues, Sickness Benefit Appeals and advice with debt, there will also be a payment method demonstration. For anyone looking to find work, recruitment specialists Step Ahead will be offering advice on jobs and training opportunities.

Money Spinner, a Tameside based Credit Union will be providing information on the benefits and service they offer - residents can enter a FREE prize draw where the winner will receive £10 to open a Money Spinner Savings account.

“We are committed to helping tenants with financial issues, ensuring they are able to access any benefits that they are entitled to and get advice on managing their finances - so pop along and see us for a drink and a chat, said Jane.”

“There will also be an opportunity to see the plans of the proposed external environmental work due to start in Hattersley and plans for the new shops that are being built at Valley Parade.”

The event will take place on Thursday 12th May between 2.00pm – 4.00pm at Tameside Court, Hattersley Road East, Hattersley, SK14 3EQ.

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Posted at 9^th May 2011