What are Energy Advice Cafés for?
You're invited to come along to our Energy Advice Cafés for home energy support and resources! We can offer you:
- Expert guidance on social welfare benefits and support services
- Digital skills training and access to technology
- Numeracy and budgeting skills workshops to help with financial decision-making
- ... and more!
Aberford Community Centre
Day and time: Wednesdays from 12 noon - 4pm.
Location: Aberford Community Centre, Aberford Road, Borehamwood, WD6 1PL.
Bushey Library
Day and time: Thursdays from 12 noon - 2pm.
Location: Bushey Library, Sparrows Herne, WD23 1FA.
Farriers Way Community Centre
Day and time: Thursdays from 10am - 2pm.
Location: Farriers Way Community Centre, 27 Farriers Way, Borehamwood, WD6 2TB.
Organ Hall Community Centre
Day and time: Fridays from 10am - 2pm.
Location: Organ Hall, 37 Bairstow Close, Borehamwood, WD6 4TB.
Phillimore Community Centre
Day and time: Tuesdays from 12 noon - 4pm.
Location: Phillimore Community Centre, Phillimore Place, Radlett, WD7 8NN.
Windsor Hall
Day and time: Mondays from 10.30am - 12.30pm.
Location: Windsor Hall, Blyth Close, Gateshead Road, Borehamwood, WD6 4EE.
Your Community Hub
Day and time: Mondays - Thursdays from 9am - 3.45pm and Fridays from 9am - 1pm.
Location: 5 Leeming Road, Borehamwood, WD6 4EB.
Energy advice for the cost of living crisis
A staggering 9 in 10 adults have reported an increase in their cost of living with nearly a quarter finding it difficult to pay their usual household bills.
Many people don't know about the support, grants, and funds that are available, but we've pulled together a comprehensive list of options for you on our Cost of Living Support webpage. Visit the webpage to read all about:
- Energy and housing grants and schemes
- Home Improvement agency
- Pensioner Winter Fuel Payments
- Sustainable Warmth Grant Scheme
- Water Hardship Funds
- ... and much more!
You can take action now!
Citizens Advice suggest five winter warmer tips to help save you money on your energy bills:
- Turn down your thermostat by 1 degree and save around £105 a year on energy bills.
- Switch off your heating when leaving the house for a few hours.
- Fit draught-proofing strips to your windows and doors to save around £45 a year.
- Get a hot water cylinder jacket and save roughly £50 a year on energy bills.
- Keep furniture away from radiators and heaters to feel warmer at home.
Volunteer as an Energy Agent
Energy Agent volunteers are needed to support the Welcome Space Network project of 30 hubs offering a range of services including energy support across Hertfordshire.
This role is suitable for volunteers who enjoy working with people, are keep about helping others, and have an interest in energy saving. Volunteers will become confident in dealing with a wide range of people. Training on energy, conservation, carbon monoxide awareness and safeguarding will be provided.
Responsibilities
- Supporting staff members on-site to deliver the very best service to clients.
- Being a friendly face and engaging in conversation those who attend welcome spaces.
- Providing practical advice on energy savings, safety and efficient home management.
Time Committment
From just one hour to a full session, volunteers are invited to join us at the space for as long as they can.
Interested?
If you'd like to speak to us about this opportunity, please call 01727 649950 or email volunteer@communities1st.org.uk Alternatively, you can click the button below to read the full role description and apply.
Contact us
If you would like any help or advice, please call us on 01727 649930 (phone lines are open on weekdays from 9am-4.30pm) or email help@communities1st.org.uk