Energy saving tips
- Try to keep heating at 18°C in main living area.
- Close curtains to keep the heat in.
- Have regular warm food and drinks. Struggling for food? Call 01803 446022
- Layer clothing and keep feet warm.
- Draught proof your home.
- Book a FREE energy and money saving call or a home visit with ECOE Advice 0800 772 3617 or email healthyhomes@ecoeadvice.org.uk
More information:
Benefits and Support
Information for Torbay residents who are struggling to pay for their energy:
- Help with bills: Fuel - Torbay Council
- Find out about joining the priority services register to ensure extra support in an emergency like a power cut: Join your supplier’s Priority Services Register | Ofgem
- Energy saving hints, tips and individual advice from Exeter Community Energy: Healthy Homes for Wellbeing
- Information on Housing Benefit, Council Tax Support, Universal Credit, Pension credit and other help available: Benefits and Support - Torbay Council
- Information about Winter fuel payments: Household Support Fund - Torbay Council
What to do if you are having problems paying your rent or mortgage and where to get help: I'm behind with my rent - Torbay Council
Information for Torbay residents who are struggling to find somewhere to live: Housing and homelessness - Torbay Council
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As well as the sources of help listed here, the Torbay Community Helpline is open to Bay residents for help with anything from financial advice to wellbeing support. Call 01803 446022
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Our Warm Spaces page tells you where to find welcoming warm spaces in Torbay.