Need help with Universal Credit?
Citizens Advice Caerphilly Blaenau Gwent (CACBG) is here for you.
Their Help to Claim service offers free, confidential, and independent advice to guide you through every step of your Universal Credit application.
Whether you’re just starting out or need help checking your first payment, their friendly advisers are available Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm. You can contact them:
📞 Freephone: 0800 024 1 220 (Wales)
💻 Online: citizensadvice.org.uk/helptoclaim
They can support you with:
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Understanding if you’re eligible
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Completing your application
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Getting ready for your JobCentre appointment
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Making sure your first payment is right
You can apply for Universal Credit online, by phone, or even from home in some situations.
To help speed things up, it’s useful to have the following details ready:
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Your housing information
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Any income or savings you have
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Childcare arrangements
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Any other benefits you’re receiving
For a step-by-step guide, visit:
citizensadvice.org.uk/StartingYourClaim
Citizens Advice Caerphilly Blaenau Gwent is proud to be part of the national Citizens Advice network, helping people across our communities get the support they need.