WE can all face problems that seem complicated or intimidating. Citizens Advice Teignbridge believe no one should have to face these problems without good quality, independent advice.

Since closing its doors at Teignmouth library in 2020, the service has continued to support local residents with information and advice via telephone, email, web chat and video.

With a video link available at the Powwow cafe in Kingsway, they have been looking for a base in the centre of town - and have now found one.

Located at the Salvation Army Hall in Brunswick Street, the new outreach will be open on Thursday mornings.

‘We are grateful to the Salvation Army in making this space available,’ said chief officer Vincent Willson.

‘The current cost of living crisis has meant many more people are struggling to cope. In the last year we’ve seen more people in crisis than ever before.

‘With the support of our funders, and above all our highly trained staff and volunteers, this additional service will mean we can help even more local people.’

Many people do not realise that Citizens Advice Teignbridge is a local charity, and relies on grants and donations. To find out more about their work, how to volunteer, or to donate to the charity visit their website citizensadviceteignbridge.org.uk

People contact the charity with all sorts of issues.

They may have problems with money, debt, benefits, energy bills, housing or work.

Citizens Advice aims to give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward - whoever they are, and whatever their problem.

If you need advice, drop in to see their adviser on Thursday mornings from 9.30am - 12.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall, 17 Brunswick St, Teignmouth TQ14 8AE.

Alternatively you can call Citizens Advice Teignbridge free on 0808 278 7997 or visit citizensadviceteignbridge.org.uk