Benefits Advice
It’s worth checking out if you could be in line to receive a little extra money on top of your regular income.
Whether you’re a working parent, a retired person, or your seeking employment there is likely to be help available. Many people aren’t claiming the benefits they’re entitled to, even though it could make a real difference to their lives.
One of the main reasons for this is that the benefits system can be quite confusing. A good idea is to enlist some local help and get a financial check-up.
- The East Renfrewshire Council site holds information and a range of leaflets on applying and collecting benefits in East Renfrewshire.
Local Advice
Income Maximisation service
East Renfrewshire Council offer an Income Maximisation service which aims to check your financial situation and help you to claim for any benefits. The service also offers guidance with the appeals process.
Outreach clinics run throughout the area on an appointment basis, for more information or to book an appointment call 0141 577 3081 / 3071.
Opening hours: Mon–Fri 8.45am–4.45pm.
Citizen’s Advice Bureau (CAB)
Your local CAB can advise you on benefits and a whole range of money matters.
Address: 216 Main Street, Barrhead, G78 1SN
Tel: 0141 881 2032
Opening hours:
- Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 9.30am–3.30pm
- Wed 9.30am–3.30pm & 5pm–7pm (appointment only)
Your local Jobcentre Plus Office
- Barrhead: Barrhead Jobcentre, 20 Paisley Road, Barrhead, Glasgow, G78 1NF
Tel: 0141 800 2100 - Glasgow Southside: Langside Jobcentre, 152-158 Battlefield Road, Glasgow, G42 9JT
Tel: 0141 800 3100 - Newlands: Newlands Jobcentre, 8 Coustonholm Road, Glasgow, G43 1SS
Tel: 0141 636 8100
Online Advice
If you think there are benefits you may be entitled to the best site to check is the Department for Work and Pensions.
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
You can search for particular benefits or check the range of benefits that apply to your situation. If you'd rather speak with someone, you'll find the contact details on the site.
You’ll also find lots of useful information at:
Citizens Advice Bureau Scotland
If you look at the sections down the side of the page, you’ll see some of the key benefits you can apply for if you’re in that situation. You’ll also find links direct to the relevant page on the DWP site.
Job Centre Plus
In addition to job advice, the Job Centre Plus site offers a comprehensive guide to benefits.
