Friday, 23 February 2018

No Worries for Neil After Support From Better Off Finance!


Our key workers have been busy developing personal programmes of support for those dealing with financial worries. 

Whether it’s housing problems or personal debts, any type of financial stress can be a dreadful burden for people to deal with alone. And that’s where Better Off Finance can help. 

We support anyone living in Liverpool City Region deal with financial worries and build the skills to manage their money more effectively. As well as this, our team can help you consider your employment opportunities or access training.

But the best part of Better Off Finance, is celebrating the success stories that come from it. We met Neil ….


Why did you decide to get support from Better Off Finance?

To help me manage my income better

What support did you receive?

I learnt how to categorise my spending in order of necessary, important and frivolous

In what ways has the support you were given made a difference?

It made me understand better how we could minimise our spending – i.e. using my bike more instead of the bus etc.

Describe how your circumstances have changed since receiving support?

I have gained employment which I will be starting next month. Until then, I am living more frugally

What was the best thing about Better Off Finance?

Money saving tips

What would you say to someone else who was thinking about accessing support from Better Off Finance?

Yes – do it

Are you now accessing any training/employment opportunities as a result of the programme?

Yes, I have a new job starting next month

Do you have anything else you want to add around your experience on the programme?

No

A big thank you to Neil for sharing his story! 

About us: 

Better Off Finance is offering residents of the Liverpool City Region who are currently unemployed (although don't have to be claiming benefits), a bespoke programme of support. This support will be provided at a local community venue or at home if a participant prefers.

Each participant will be linked up with their own key worker who will support them to:
  • Improve their financial capability through 1-2-1 support and group work
  • Access employability sessions within the programme
  • Access a Level 2 Accredited ‘Money Mentor’ opportunity
  • Progress into training and education opportunities
  • Prepare and progress into sustainable employment.

Please contact us via our Facebook or Twitter pages to make a referral or for further information.

Better Off Finance is a program jointly funded by The Big Lottery Fund and European Social Fund as part of the Building Better Opportunities Initiative 



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