A new budgeting drop-in clinic will be trialled in Rangiora this month.
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) North Canterbury has joined forces with Budgeting Services North Canterbury (BSNC) to offer the new initiative, which will at the CAB’s office at 209 High Street, Rangiora, alongside the Waimakariri District Council offices.
The clinic will give CAB clients the opportunity to discuss their budgeting needs and questions with a Financial Mentor from BSNC.
If the trial is successful, it will become a regular feature on alternate Wednesdays from next year.
BSNC Service Manager Sharon Grant says that clients can expect to learn more about household budgeting, managing debt, advocacy services, support available to those in financial hardship, and to receive advice on completing insolvency applications.
CAB North Canterbury Chairperson Jacquie Wrigley says the sessions will be 15 minutes each, and it is recommended that appointments be made to secure a spot. Drop-ins will also be welcome, although there may be a wait, she says.
Sessions will be offered on Wednesday, November 10, between 9.30am and 11.30am, and on Wednesday, November 24, between 1.00pm and 3.00pm.
To make an appointment phone CAB North Canterbury on (03) 313 8822.