Barnet Residents Eligible for £200 Winter Energy Grants
Age UK Barnet's scheme offers financial aid and draught-proofing to older residents facing rising energy costs.
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Older residents in Barnet are being offered financial assistance to manage winter energy costs through a new scheme. Age UK Barnet has introduced its Winter Home Checks and Grants initiative, which provides a one-off energy grant alongside a complimentary home visit for draught-proofing.
The scheme offers eligible households £200. An additional £100 is available for each qualifying adult residing in the same home. To qualify, applicants must be Barnet residents born on or before June 27, 1960. They must also be in receipt of a means-tested benefit and possess less than £6,000 in household savings.
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Jenny Jean-Charles, advice services manager at Age UK Barnet, highlighted the challenges many older individuals face during colder months. "For many older people, winter can be a worrying time," she stated. "Even small increases in energy costs can have a significant impact on those living on a fixed income, and we know some residents will face difficult choices between heating their homes and meeting other essential expenses."
Beyond financial aid, the initiative includes practical support from the charity’s Handyperson service. This service will install basic draught-proofing measures designed to reduce heat loss and enhance home comfort. Ms Jean-Charles encouraged potential applicants, saying, "We want older people in Barnet to know that support is available and we encourage anyone who thinks they may be eligible to get in touch."
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The Winter Home Checks and Grants scheme is scheduled to run until January 31.
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+Who is eligible for the Winter Home Checks and Grants scheme?
The scheme is open to Barnet residents born on or before June 27, 1960. Applicants must also receive a means-tested benefit and have less than £6,000 in savings. The initiative aims to support older individuals facing financial difficulties with energy costs.
+How much financial support can eligible residents receive?
Eligible households can receive a £200 energy grant. An additional £100 is provided for each other qualifying adult living in the same home, helping to cover increased winter heating expenses.
+What practical support does the scheme offer?
In addition to the financial grant, the scheme includes a free home visit from Age UK Barnet's Handyperson service. This service will fit basic draught-proofing measures to help reduce heat loss and improve the overall comfort of the home.
+When does the Winter Home Checks and Grants scheme close?
Applications for the Age UK Barnet Winter Home Checks and Grants scheme are being accepted until January 31. Residents who believe they meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to contact the charity before this date.
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