North Lanarkshire Council and NHS Lanarkshire together with our partners in local voluntary and community organisations are committed to tackling poverty.
On this page, you will find information on current initiatives to help you access welfare services and other money-saving tips and incentives.
We know that fuel poverty is an issue for many people and during the winter, it's more important than ever to keep fuel costs down. If you are concerned about your energy costs then help is available. You can call Home Energy Scotland free of charge on 0808 808 2282 or email at adviceteam@sc.homeenergyscotland.org. Our Tackling Poverty Team can also offer practical help and advice to households experiencing fuel poverty.
North Lanarkshire’s Working can help you get into work, increase your hours or support you if you are facing redundancy or have been made redundant.
Our Supported Employment Service also provides real support through our experienced job coaches to disabled people and those facing challenging barriers to find the right job.
Our employability support can provide the training you need, help with childcare and will be there even after you go into work. Sign up online or call 0800 0730 226.
If you are a North Lanarkshire resident and need information or advice about your immigration status you can access free legal advice from the Ethnic Minority Law Centre – call 0141 204 2888.
The Active 60 membership for the over 60s offers unlimited access to our leisure facilities including gyms, fitness classes, swimming, health suites. And better yet - it is only £60 for the entire year. You can sign up online or call our membership team on 01236 341969.
For younger people aged 11 to 15, you can sign up for the Active Teen membership which will allow you gym access for £5 per month.
Page last updated:
03 Oct 2024