Glasgow residents who need emergency free food and help with energy supply, heating and other problems can now contact a new council service as the cost of living crisis hits families.
and help with energy supply, heating and other problems can now contact a new council service as the cost of living crisis hits families.
Staff can then work with them to find out what underlying issues people have to help them deal with issues.Mr McCourt said: “There is an amazing body of work taking place already. Our roll is to get people to them . Ms McKechnie said: “As far as I’m aware we are the only ones doing this. We are growing and getting busier.”
GCVS said: “Participating in the development of Glasgow Helps has been a very rewarding experience. Since its beginnings as an emergency support directory during the pandemic, the service now offers an array of support and advice for Glasgow citizens. Glasgow City Council leader Councillor Susan Aitken said: “With Glasgow Helps we want to support people to connect with the right assistance, in the right place and at the right time.
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