Residents in Stone, and the wider borough, could benefit from new funding to replace broken gas boilers this winter.
Money may be available to people on low incomes through the Emergency Central Heating Offer – which the Borough Council can access through ‘Warmer Homes Stafford.’
Warmer Homes Stafford is a partnership between the council and Marches Energy Agency – and they are keen to make sure householders know where they can get help to stay warm in their homes.
The Warmer Homes Stafford scheme provides free and impartial energy advice to local residents through an advice line, home visits and community events.
A broken boiler during the winter months can be stressful for most people, especially those in poor health, old age, or with limited income.
Energy Advisor Davina Allen said:
“We often take calls from people concerned about neighbours or friends who are struggling – either with a crisis like a broken boiler, or often because they are facing daily decisions about whether to heat or eat.“With the new Emergency Central Heating Offer and home visit support available, we are here to help. As well as funding for boiler replacements, the service can offer advice on insulation, energy tariffs and discounts.”
Warmer Homes Stafford can be contacted on Freephone 0800 677 785 or advice@mea.org.uk.
Advice is free and impartial to all residents and covers a wide range of energy topics. Funding is subject to eligibility criteria, and residents who are hoping to access funding will need to provide personal information such as their household income or the benefits they receive as part of an assessment.
