Winter Poverty - Older People in Wales

06.01.2023

Keeping You Warm; Saving You Money

06.01.2023

Falls Awareness Week

Energy bills have risen, meaning heating your home is now more expensive than ever.

However, our dedicated and trusted Home Energy Officers are on hand to help you keep your home warm and your bills down.

In light of the cost-of-living crisis, rising energy costs, and the financial challenges presented by Covid-19, it’s never been more important to find ways to save energy at home and to reduce our bills.

The 70+ Cymru Team at Care & Repair are helping thousands of older people in Wales stay safe and warm at home, while keeping bills low. Through home visits, free energy advice, phone calls and home repairs, our team are here for you at this urgent time.

Free Home Energy Tips

  • Use thermostatic radiator valves.

  • Regularly service your central heating.

  • Use energy efficient light bulbs.

  • Draught proof windows, doors and cracks in the floors and skirting boards.

  • Wash full loads at 30°.

  • Do not leave a hot water tap running without a plug in the sink.

  • Get on the right energy tariff and payment method.

  • Fit loft insulation.

  • Close internal doors to keep the heat in the rooms you are in.

  • Boil only what is needed in the kettle and de-scale it from time to time.

  • Always use the right size of pan for the hob and put the lid on it, this will make it cook quicker.

  • Don’t use your tumble dryer if it is a warm day, and you can hang clothes up.

  • Wait for a full load before putting a wash on.

  • Keep the oven door shut as much as possible.

  • Switch off appliances, like TVs, at the socket; don’t leave them on standby.

  • Draw the curtains and close the blinds at dusk. If curtains are over radiators, tuck them behind.

  • Install a smart meter which can help you monitor your energy usage.

Free Home Energy Assessment

Our 70+ Cymru service offers free Home Energy Assessments for people aged 60 and above in Wales. Our trusted Home Energy Officers are helping thousands of older people in Wales through repairs, advice and simple adaptions.

If you’re over 60 and live in your own home, we can assess your home to make sure it is insulated and well-heated and offer you advice on ways to save energy.

Contact your local Care & Repair to see how we can help you.

Contact your local Care & Repair

Jo Harry, 70+ Cymru Coordinator

The 70+ Cymru Team at Care & Repair are helping thousands of older people in Wales stay safe and warm at home, while keeping bills low. Through home visits, free energy advice, phone calls and home repairs, our team are here for you at this urgent time.

Meet the team

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