What does it do?It is a Home Improvement Agency. Staff visit clients and offer information, advice and support on their housing options, probelms relating to their property and other available support services. They also give information about financial options and practical assistance on raising funds, including availability of grants, independent financial advice, accessing charitable funding, and benefit enitlement. Regarding technical matters, staff will give reliable technical advice, including advice on the scale & cost of any necessary work, help with choosing a reputable and reliable builder, monitoring the builder's performance, and appropriate contacts and documentation. |
Who it is for: Home owners, private sector tenants, and Housing Association tenants who have problems related to their property and need advice and help. Lower income people and those with disabilities are targeted. | Ethnic / cultural aspects: Language interpreters are available | Where it is available: Local service covering: Windsor and Maidenhead (Berkshire). | How to access or apply for it: The service is based at Crown House, Crown Square, Waldeck Road, Midenhead SL6 8BY. Telephone 01628 545 000, or email carewithrepair@mdha.co.uk. The office is accessible by wheelchair and is open normal weekdays. | Additional information: This Home Improvement Agency also provides falls prevention advice and services, as well as hospital discharge services. | Classification(s): Home maintenance, Legal & financial, Information & options appraisal, Adaptations - minor, Adaptations - major, Financial advice (benefits), Housing options appraisal, Information, Home improvement agencies, Handyperson / Odd jobs, Decorating | Info last updated: 26/09/2011. |
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