Help with life skills
We offer support with the skills you need to help you in daily life, such as managing money, getting a job or keeping your home safe.
Contact one of our Family Hubs for more information about the support we provide and the courses we run.
How to manage your money
When money is short, we can help you to manage the money you have. This includes how to:
- avoid or manage debt
- cook on a budget
- access food banks
- use credit unions and saving schemes
- access furniture schemes
- get housing advice
- contact Citizens Advice or Benefits advice or help with a benefits appeal
How to keep your home safe for you and your family
This includes:
- help to access support from our Welfare assistance scheme and charitable grants (for example Help with buying items for school)
- support to obtain basic household items
- school holiday activities
Jobs and training
This includes advice on how to:
- get a job or apply for training (DurhamWorks)
- improve the skills you need in most jobs, such as managing your time, having a positive attitude, working in a team and communicating with others
