Availability : North East / North West
Who is this for?
Individuals and families in the communities GIC serves who need advice or support with welfare benefits, debt/money issues or related financial pressures.
Description
Granton Information Centre (GIC) provides free, impartial and confidential advice, advocacy and representation. Our staff provide specialist help with welfare benefits and debt/money issues, including benefit claims and appeals, and support people experiencing financial pressures. We use a client-centred approach and provide services from our main office and a range of community and GP outreach venues.
How do I access this?
- Self referral
Advice is by appointment. To arrange an appointment, email appointments@gic.org.uk or call 0131 551 2459 / 0131 552 0458. Face-to-face appointments can be arranged where appropriate.
Is there a cost?
Free
Location information
Main office: 134-138 West Granton Road, Edinburgh, EH5 1PE. GIC also provides outreach services at community venues and GP practices. Please contact GIC for current outreach details.
Opening times
Telephone/reception hours:
- Monday-Thursday 09:30-12:30 and 13:30-16:00;
- Friday 09:30-12:30 and 13:30-15:30.
Closed on Edinburgh public holidays and between Christmas and New Year.
