Many local charities and organisations work closely within Launceston to support the local community and Community Money Advice Launceston is no different. They have been working within our community for since 2012; working closely with other organisations such as Launceston Foodbank to support those in need, especially as the cost-of-living crisis continues to hit local families hard. Over the past year CMA have been holding regular, fortnightly sessions at Launceston Foodbank, every other Wednesday, offering support with budgeting, helping to get out of debt and helping to apply for benefits. There are many streams of support through the charity, which is supported by a small team of caring, expert volunteers; Including helping to spend less and save more through better understanding of budgeting. These sessions, at Launceston Foodbank, are run by appointment and are an extension of the services already offered at the CMA offices at Sheers Barton, with thanks to the Foodbank team.
Community Money Advice Launceston Centre Manager, Sarah Vinson has said “These sessions are aimed to help and support those who may not yet know of the free support and services we can offer for those struggling with their finances. We have worked closely with Launceston Foodbank for many years, and this is just one of the ways we can work in collaboration to support those in need.”
Launceston Food Bank Manager, Yvonne King has expressed “The valuable contribution CMAL offers to assist the foodbank in supporting those in crisis is a great example of our towns supportive collaborative working. Offering help with food parcels and advice in one venue keeps stress at a minimum for clients. The foodbank’s working partnership with CMAL is extremely important in our strive to alleviate financial poverty.”
These fortnightly sessions continue into the summer months, and appointments can be made by either contacting Community Money Advice Launceston or speaking to the team at the foodbank. Alternatively, if you are, or know of someone, who is struggling and needs support. Appointments can be made with the Community Money Advice Launceston Team at their offices, by calling direct on 01566 777 407.
