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Support for homeless and needy at busy time of year

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In January, many Carmarthenshire people may find themselves threatened with homelessness, debt or relationship breakdown. At one of its busiest times of year, Carmarthenshire County Council’s housing department is teaming up with Shelter Cymru to provide additional support for people in need. Whilst continuing to provide housing options and advice over the phone, officers will also be available at The Hub in Llanelli Town Centre every Tuesday throughout the month, working together with Shelter Cymru staff to try and resolve any housing issues where people may be homeless or threatened with homelessness. Cllr Linda Evans, Executive Board Member for Housing, said: “Unfortunately, our teams deal with more homelessness cases during January than in any other month of the year, and we want to ensure we have dedicated support in place - ready to help people when they need it most. We’re pleased to be working with our partners Shelter Cymru to put on a weekly session in Llanelli Town ...

Shelter workshops for Carmarthenshire

The Sheltercymru charity is holding information workshops in Carmarthenshire during May and June. The 'Information matters to rural communities' project is working to help people in rural communities who are experiencing housing and financial difficulties, poverty and rural isolation. Local volunteers, community workers and professionals can attend the free workshops and receive expert training on housing, debt and welfare benefits. There will be an opportunity to discuss problems that are relevant to individual communities. By attending you will: * Participate in case study led sessions * Be better equipped to identify problems and find possible solutions * Gain greater knowledge to assist your community DATES AND LOCATIONS * 07 May 2010 Llandysul * 10 May 2010 Llanelli * 14 May 2010 Haverfordwest * 25 May 2010 Aberystwyth * 08 June 2010 Newcastle Emlyn * 15 June 2010 Narberth Time 10 am – 2 pm, Complementary lunch & refreshments Don’t let your community miss out – limited...