The service offers guidance and assistance to apply for social security benefits and tax credits, issues with benefits claims such as overpayments. To help with appeals against benefits decisions including representation at appeal tribunals, accessing charitable grants and referrals to appropriate council services, applying for transport concessions such as blue badge and signposting and referral for advice on consumer, housing and employment issues.
Catchment area:
Scottish borders
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Opening times:
8.45am-5pm
Find out more:
- Karen Hendry on 0300 100 1800 (option 5)
- FIT@scotborders.gov.uk
- www.scotborders.gov.uk/info/20075/help_applying_for_benefits/307/help_with_benefits_for_people_affected_by_cancer