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!
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:
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.
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
