Compass in Cumbria - Factsheets & Guides

State Pension - Factsheet

This factsheet gives information about the new State Pension (for people reaching State Pension age on or after 6 April 2016) and the old State Pension (for people who reached State Pension age before 6 April
2016).
It explains how to claim your pension

Housing Benefit - Factsheet

This factsheet explains what Housing Benefit is, who qualifies for it, andV how it is calculated. It explains how to claim and what to do if you want to challenge a decision.

Planning for retirement: money and tax - Factsheet

This factsheet looks at some common money and tax issues connected with retirement, including dealing with pensions and tax allowances. It also explains about record-keeping and dealing with paperwork.

Park homes - Factsheet

This factsheet gives information about the law relating to park homes (also called mobile homes or caravans). It is aimed at park homeowners who are entitled to use their home as a permanent residence, not people staying or living in holiday caravans

Home improvements and repairs - Factsheet

This factsheet provides information about the help you can get if your home is in a poor condition or unsuitable for your needs.

Specialist housing for older people - Factsheet

This factsheet contains information about housing intended specifically for older people, such as sheltered housing.

Specialist housing for older people - Factsheet

This factsheet contains information about housing intended specifically for older people, such as sheltered housing.

Finding private rented accommodation - Factsheet

This factsheet provides information about finding private rented
accommodation. It includes information about letting agencies, property viewings and things to think through before signing a tenancy agreement.

Tenancy rights - security of tenure - Factsheet

This factsheet provides information about what your landlord can charge
you in rent, depending on the type of tenancy you have.

Anti-social behaviour in housing - Factsheet

This factsheet is about anti-social behaviour that takes place in the home or neighbourhood. It includes information on noisy neighbours, hedge disputes and harassment

Council and housing association housing - Factsheet

This factsheet gives information about applying for housing from local authorities and housing associations (‘social housing’). It explains how applications are assessed, how waiting lists are organised and how properties are allocated. It also explains w

Buying retirement housing - Factsheet

This factsheet explains some options and issues to consider if you are thinking about buying retirement housing. This is specialist housing for older people, which can be either ‘age exclusive’ or offer some level of support or care.

Help with heating costs - Factsheet

This factsheet explains how you can spend less on energy while still maintaining a warm and comfortable home. It provides information on getting the best energy deal, energy efficiency, financial help and help
from bodies like your local authority (counc

Dental care: NHS and private - Factsheet

This factsheet explains treatment offered by the NHS, including how to find an NHS dentist, charges for NHS treatment, how receiving certain benefits or the NHS low income scheme can help with NHS treatment costs and what you can do if dissatisfied with t

Getting the best energy deal - Factsheet

This factsheet looks at how you can get the best deal on your energy by switching tariff or supplier. This can help you to save money, or keep your home warmer without spending more.

Advice for carers - Information Guide

This guide looks at both the practical side of caring – the benefits you can claim, how to arrange flexible working hours, how to organise respite care – and the emotional side, such as the impact on your health and social life. It aims to let you know wh

Save energy, pay less - Information Guide

This guide looks at ways to make your home warmer without spending more on your heating bills

Planning for your funeral - Factsheet

This factsheet highlights things to consider if you want to plan ahead and make financial and other arrangements for your funeral. It looks at options when deciding what type of funeral you want, ways to pay for a funeral and information about organ.

Council tax support - Information Guide

Council Tax Support, also known as Council Tax Reduction, is a benefit to help people who are on a low
income or claiming certain benefits to pay some of their Council Tax bill.

Carer's allowance - Information Guide

As a carer, you may be eligible for a benefit called Carer’s Allowance. Many people mistakenly believe they can’t claim it because they don’t know the full facts.