Now in it’s 10th year the theme for this year’s Debt Awareness Week, that runs from 18 to 24 March, is Barriers to Debt Advice.
Research shows there are five common reasons people don’t seek help for debt worries, even during the ongoing cost of living crisis.
We will be sharing hints, tips and useful guides throughout the week on our social media platforms as well as other people’s experiences of getting advice so please do continue to share with your friends, family and colleagues.
Here’s more about Debt Awareness Week:
Run by Step Change, each year, they shine a spotlight on the causes for problem debt and the issues their clients are dealing with.
They have been helping people deal with debt problems for over 30 years and understand that it can be hard to take the first step, for many reasons.
This year they are looking at the main barriers to getting debt advice as many people can take too long to get the help they need because:
- I don’t understand what debt advice is and how it works
- I am dealing with anxiety, stress or a mental health condition
- I am worried about my credit file
- I never have enough time to get debt advice
- I feel ashamed and do not want my loved ones to find out
Find out how we can break down these barriers together during Debt Awareness Week.
