Aberdeen Cyrenians
Aberdeen Cyrenians supports people experiencing hardship and can provide practical assistance with food, toiletries, baby items and clothing. There is likely to be a very high demand during this time and given their resources, they may not be possible to support everyone. They will therefore attempt to respond to the greatest need first. Priority groups […]
Aberdeen City Mutual Aid
Aberdeen City Mutual Aid is a mutual aid Facebook group to help with all those affected by the COVID-19 outbreak in Aberdeen City. It is run solely by volunteers who aim to provide support to those most vulnerable and/or in isolation. Join the group on Facebook to see what support is available.
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 […]
Credit Union Current Accounts
If you’ve had difficulty opening an account with a bank or building society, a credit union current account could be a good option for you. Credit unions are also popular with people who prefer to manage their money through a not-for-profit organisation.
Best Student Bank Accounts 2020
Banks love reeling new students in with goodies, and the latest batch of accounts are out. This is a guide to bagging the best deal, whether you’re a fresher or just refreshing your finances.
Keeping On Top of Housework
Having your own house is great, and it’s important to keep it clean and tidy. Not just so it looks good, but also for the sake of your health as well. Here’s 9 tips to keeping on top of your housework.