People get into debt for all sorts of reasons, for example, losing
a job, taking on a caring role, becoming pregnant, separating from
a partner or becoming ill or disabled.
If you have borrowed more money than you can repay, or you have
built up rent or fuel bills that you cannot afford to pay back,
then you must take steps to sort things out.
It can be tempting to bury your head in the sand, but the longer
you leave it, the worse it will get. Help and support is available
and you will be able to take control of your finances again and
look positively towards the future.
You can start taking control of your money problems today. Go to
our 'Coping
with debt' page to find more information and links to
easy-to-understand help and advice about managing debt
problems.
You can also compare different ways of 'borrowing
money' and find out how to cope financially with 'changes' in your
life.
For free, money advice, to help you make the most of your
money, visit the Money Advice Service
website, or call 0300 500 5000.
It's an emergency. My creditors are threatening me with
serious action, what can I do?
It is best to get some advice straight away, for example, from
your local Citizens Advice
bureau. You can
find your nearest bureau by visiting the Citizens Advice
Bureau.
St Leger Homes also works closely with Doncaster West
Development Trust who provide a money advice service at various
locations throughout the borough. Find out more about St Leger
Homes' partnership with Doncaster West Development Trust and
how to make an
appointment with an advisor.
For free information and advice about debt, ring National
Debtline on 0808 808 4000 or 'visit the
National Debtline website'.
Alternatively you can visit the Consumer Credit Counselling
Service.
You can also visit the Directgov 'Managing
Debt' section to find out more about coping with debt.
Where can I get help and advice locally?
Success Doncaster have a guide for anyone wanting details on
providers of Debt Advice, Benefits Advice, Housing Advice, Job
Advice, Financial Training and General Support available in
Doncaster. Find out more
here.