South Lanarkshire: Rent Deposit Guarantee Scheme
If you are homeless, or at risk of homelessness, our rent deposit scheme helps you rent from a private landlord. Landlords often ask for a cash deposit before they agree to let but the rent deposit scheme gives a written guarantee of a responsibility instead.
SAAS & Other Benefits
You may be entitled to different benefits – financial support from the government – which can help pay for the things you need. This link will take you to a page that will help identify what benefits you can apply for. It will also let you know if applying for benefits will impact your SAAS […]
Managing Energy Bills
Moving into your own tenancy means dealing with energy bills. Here’s what you need to know, from how to cut costs to switching gas and electricity suppliers.
Student Discounts
As a student there are many, many discounts you can take advantaged of to make it more cost effective to buy things you need or take part in fun activities. UNiDAYS is an app that allows you to get student discount in a variety of shops and online sites. Also, most shops offer a student […]
Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA)
Education Maintenance Allowances (EMAs) provide financial support to eligible 16 to 19 year olds who want to continue learning. Use the Scottish government website to find out if you are eligible and find details on how to apply.
Individual Training Account (ITA)
Are you eligible? You could receive up to £200 towards a single course or training episode per year. ITA funding could be right for you if you’re: aged 16 or over not in education or involved in any other SDS funded programme unemployed and looking to get back into work employed, earning £22,000 or less […]
Prince’s Trust Development Award
The Prince’s Trust Development Award is funding available to young people to help support them into employment or education by taking away financial barriers. The award can be used for a variety of things like transport to a new job or tools and equipment. Check out this resource for more information about the Award and […]
Independent Living Fund
The Independent Living Fund is funding available to young people who have a disability or impairment. This money can be used to for a variety of things, like attending art or sports clubs – even driving lessons! Check out their website for more details on eligibility and the application process,
Applying to University
To attend university you need to make a formal application. UCAS is the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service and is the way you apply for college or university in the UK. This guide takes you through the UCAS application process from start to finish. It is always a good idea to think ahead and make […]
SAAS Funding Guide
If you are attending college or university you may be able to apply for funding to help pay for the things you need. SAAS is the organisation that provides funding for students. This SAAS guide is for students who are studying at an HNC level and above. It details the many different types of funding […]