Useful links

A list of useful contacts

		Department of Health For the second year running StayWarm is backing the Department of Health campaign aimed at protecting older people from the worst effects of colder weather. Keep Warm Keep Well assists those seeking help to stay warm and healthy in winter as well as providing details of financial assistance. For more information visit their website or call free on 0800 085 7000.
		Friends of the Elderly Friends of the Elderly works to help people live with dignity and respect, choice and peace of mind in old age. This is achieved through Community Bases Services and Care Homes, as well as Welfare Grants for those who are most in need. For more information visit their website.
		Contact the Elderly National charity Contact the Elderly provides vital companionship for acutely isolated elderly people who live alone, by arranging monthly group outings for Sunday tea at the home of a volunteer host. The charity's work is achieved through a network of volunteer drivers and hosts and is a free service. For more information visit their website.
		The Oddfellows The Oddfellows provides members with social events, care and advice services and a range of money-saving benefits. With branches nationwide, the society aims to create an environment for people to be active and ageless, to make friends, have fun and to help each other. For more information visit their website or call free on 0800 028 1810
		Wealden District Council Wealden District Council is committed to helping people in Wealden keep warm in their homes. For more information visit their website or call their Energy Efficiency line on 01323 443321. The council also provides grants for emergency repairs such as boiler breakdowns. To apply you must meet their eligible criteria and be over 60 and on an income related benefit. For more information visit their website or call Wealden District Council’s Home Repairs Assistance Grant line on 01323 443322.
		Lewes Borough Council Lewes Borough Council provides Energy Efficiency information, education and advice. The council provides many grants to help households install energy efficient measures. For more information visit their website or call their Energy Advice line on 01273 474968.
		Eastbourne Borough Council Eastbourne Borough Council can provide information on local government grants to help pay for new heating and insulation measures for your home. For more information you can visit their website or call their Energy Advice line free on 0800 781 9155.

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