Financial health check on offer for older folk in Orkney

Older folk in Orkney are being encouraged to have a health check on their finances by Age Scotland Orkney and Citizens Advice Bureau. 

Free confidential advice and financial checks are being offered to support older people in the county. 

Age Scotland Orkney Chief Executive, Gillian Skuse, said: “We are working with Citizens Advice Bureau here in Orkney to support older people by offering advice and financial checks for extra help this winter, including Pension Credit for the Winter Fuel Payment. Age Scotland Orkney also have access to funding to support older people. 

“Please book a session where together we aim to find out if you may be missing out on any payments you may be entitled to, or any areas where we may be able to help save you some money.” 

Sessions at Age Scotland Orkney, Victoria Street, Kirkwall will be held from Monday to Wednesday 28-30 October and can be booked by contacting Age Scotland Orkney on 01856 872438 or emailenquiries@agescotlandorkney.org.uk