The Benefits Advice Service provides specialist welfare rights advice about your benefits.
The service is for residents living in the Carlisle area.
What advisors can help with
Advisors can give advice on claiming of benefits, including:
- income-related benefits such as Universal Credit, Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) and Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
- disability-related benefits such as Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Attendance Allowance
- help with Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction
- pension-age benefits such as Pension Credits
They can also:
- check whether you are receiving your correct benefit entitlement
- help with appeals, mandatory reconsiderations and reviews
Appointments
The Benefits Advice Service is based at the Civic Centre, in Carlisle.
Appointments are available:
- at the Civic Centre
- over the phone
- as home visits, subject to need
Book an appointment
To discuss an appointment, contact us.
Telephone: 01228 817 400
Email: [email protected]