Care Experienced Bursary
You may be eligible for several types of funding. Here is a link to SAAS Support for Care Experienced Students
Everything You Need to Know About Loans, Credit and Borrowing
There may be times when you need to borrow money, for example, to support yourself in an emergency or to make a large purchase. There are a few different ways to borrow money, and each of them has positives and negatives associated with them. It’s important to understand the terms of the agreement you are […]
Clan Childlaw Housing Law Response Project
FREE EXPERT LEGAL ADVICE AND REPRESENTATION FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS THROUGH THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. WHO WE CAN HELP Young people aged up to 25 living in the central belt area of Scotland Those experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness Young people worried about homelessness or a housing situation which has become worse […]
Stepping Stones North Edinburgh
Families can continue to be referred for support and will be offered phone support from an allocated worker who can support clients with their mental health and well-being, offer practical tips and resources to support children, welfare advice, and support to access food and material resources where needed. Monday – Friday: 9am-5pm Email: moragwilson@steppingstonesnorthedinburgh.co.uk Call: […]
Money Saving Expert
For information about how to make the most of your income, budgeting, insurance, banking, and more, check out the Money Saving Expert website. It’s founded by Martin Lewis, who you may have seen on TV. There are a lot of great tips and ideas to help you make the most of your money.
Benefits & Support for Care Leavers
As a care leaver, you are entitled to certain support, grants and benefits. These will depend on your age and circumstances.
Shop Safely Online
Online shopping is a great way to compare prices, find bargains and save money from anywhere with an internet or mobile data connection. But as its popularity has increased, so have the risks, with more and more people trying to scam you out of your money or steal your card details. Thankfully, if you follow […]
Direct Debits & Standing Orders
If you’ve ever forgotten to pay a bill, you know the hassle it creates. Direct Debits and standing orders change all that – they make sure your bills are paid automatically. Find out how and when to use them, what the costs are and how to sort out any problems.
Banking: Security & Fraud
With the rise of the internet, online scams and fraudulent activity is more common, but there are ways to prevent this. Make sure you use a very strong internet password, and not the name of your cat with a 1 on the end. Use a mix of upper and lower case letters, special symbols and […]
Overdrafts Explained
When you go into your overdraft, you’re getting into debt. An overdraft should be for short-term borrowing or emergencies only. It’s important you manage an overdraft like any other debt to make sure the costs don’t get out of hand. This guide looks at how overdrafts work, how to stop going over your limit and […]