A new course is launching at St Michael’s Church in Melksham to help people develop vital skills to stay out of debt.
The free Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Life Skills group will start on Thursday 8th October, helping people budget well, cook healthy meals on a budget and learn other vital skills.
CAP Life Skills Manager in Melksham, Julia Close, said, “We are launching our new Christians Against Poverty Life Skills group to help local families and individuals in our area who are really struggling to manage with all the rising costs right now.
“It can feel like a constant battle when you’re struggling to stay out of debt, eat well and juggle all of the other things life is throwing at you. Struggling financially often makes people feel really isolated and can negatively impact their mental health.
“We’re here to help anyone who feels they will benefit from joining a friendly group that will help each other through this difficult time and who wants to learn new skills along the way.”
CAP Life Skills offers a free, friendly and relaxed group where people can learn how to cope with rising costs and share tips to help each other through life.
Julia said, “Each week we cover different topics, from how to cook healthy meals on a tight budget to ways to save money on things like energy, food and other essentials. We will also look at building healthy relationships and better communication skills.
“We do this over eight free sessions with cake and coffee included but we hope all those who attend will make friendships that last a lot longer. We also offer one-to-one coaching with a trained Life Skills Coach for members who would like further support.”
The course will run weekly on Thursdays for eight sessions, from 7pm to 9pm at St Michael’s Church in Canon Square.
To register your free place or to find out more, email juliaclose@caplifeskills.org.
If you are struggling with your finances and want to find out more about the help CAP is offering in your local area, visit capuk.org/help.
For more information on a wider range of free help available, visit moneyhelper.org.uk.
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