Citizens Advice Solihull Borough CAB

13/08/2026

Today we are saying goodbye to our friend and collegue Carol Gordon. Her funeral is being held at Yardley Crem at 3pm. Carol will be driven passed our office on her way to the crematorium, should you wish to see her off.
The office is CLOSED this morning.

06/08/2026

Ready for something new? Come volunteer with us!
Volunteering isn’t just about giving your time — it’s about what you gain:
✨ Fresh experiences
✨ A boost to your confidence
✨ Real friendships
✨ Skills you can use anywhere
✨ The chance to share your knowledge
✨ A meaningful routine that fits your week

Join us and help to make sure local people who what their rights are. Drop us an email - [email protected], if you’re curious; even a couple of hours a week makes a huge difference.

The Charity at the 💙 of your community

05/08/2026

📣 We're delighted to announce that we've been awarded a multi-year contract by Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council to deliver community information and advice services across the borough.

The new service will provide free, independent advice and practical support to residents on a broad range of issues, including welfare benefits, debt, housing, the cost of living, mental health, disability, adult social care, health and immigration.

Residents will be able to access support in all 17 wards of Solihull, helping ensure high-quality advice is available closer to where people live.

To deliver the service, we have brought together an impressive partnership of trusted organisations – Shelter, The Colebridge Trust Ltd (registered charity), Gateway Family Services CIC and Entraide UK – combining specialist expertise and local knowledge.

The service will be delivered under the Council's Here2Help brand from October 2026.

03/08/2026

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has launched a Carer’s Allowance Call for Evidence. This is a real opportunity for carers to share their experience. There are questions on:
• Fluctuating earnings
• Whether an earnings taper should replace the current cliff edge
• The interaction between CA and Universal Credit
• 21-hour study rule
• Views on “other aspects” of Carer’s Allowance

We’ve made a guide for carers to help explain the questions and some of the things you might want to consider when submitting your response.

🚨It closes on 18th August. 🚨

Call for Evidence: https://bit.ly/4fMzlml
Our guide for Carers: https://bit.ly/4pPnzvS

03/08/2026

**PLEASE SHARE as the more people that know about our incredible service, the more people we can help**

If you live in Solihull Borough or nearby and are struggling to attend essential hospital appointments, other medical appointments (e.g. GP, dentist, optician), visits to loved ones in care homes or hospices, supermarkets, visits to people in hospital, classes that benefit health and wellbeing, we may be able to help.

Please call
0300 3030 125
to book a journey or to find out more

03/08/2026

29/07/2026

Do you have that Monday feeling again?
Are you ready to tackle your alcohol and drug use but feel isolated and don’t know where to start?
SIAS can help. Our groups offer a safe, supportive space where you can connect with others without judgement. Each activity is guided by peer support workers who bring their own lived experience and really understand your journey
We offer a packed timetable from art, mindful reading, women’s and men’s groups to walking football, badminton and family support to name just a few. Our activities are designed to help you feel connected, supported, and part of something positive. Please get in touch for more information about the full programme we offer or just pop in.
Our Drop-In is also open Monday to Friday, 10am-4.30pm - an informal, welcoming space where you can connect with others over a tea or coffee and find support.
You don’t have to do this on your own. Come along, get involved, and take recovery one step at a time.
To find out more please contact us on 0121 301 4141, email [email protected] or visit www.sias-solihull.org.uk
SIAS, The Newington Centre, Newington Road, Hamar Way, Marston Green B37 7RW