Age Concern looking to support vulnerable through energy crisis

Working in conjunction with Ardor Energy, Age Concern Central Lancashire now has a programme of help available to support those most at risk to reduce their bills and live more energy-saving lifestyles.

The installation of free solar panels, under floor insulation, wall insulation and double glazing are among the measures being implemented and are expected to help to cut bills by several hundred pounds for thousands of people.

Suzanne Carr, CEO at Age Concern Central Lancashire, said: “We are, understandably, speaking to an increasing number of elderly people who have growing concerns in relation to escalating energy bills and what steps they can take to both manage these bills and make their homes more energy efficient at the same time.

“We expect our collaboration with Ardor to go some way towards addressing this problem – and already we are supporting dozens of those most at risk through this challenging and uncertain time.”

In addition to the partnership, Age Concern Central Lancashire, is also working closely with the three utility companies - Electricity North West, United Utilities and Cadent Gas - to ensure any elderly or vulnerable customers within their care are given access to the Priority Services Register which opens up a range of exclusive services.

Age Concern Central Lancashire is hosting an Energy Efficiency Advice Session on Wednesday, 2nd March, at 2pm, at Age Concern Central Lancashire’s Activity Centre in Lostock Hall, Preston.

The focus of this session will be giving out information and advice on how to be more energy efficient which could reduce bills and a household’s carbon footprint.