The Derbyshire Unemployed Workers’ Centres has gained a fine reputation for the services we provide. Our work is recognised locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. We provide advice, support, and representation for all who come to us for help. And we don’t just wait for people to come to us; we proactively make our services known to the hardest to reach and most vulnerable within our communities.
We offer:
- Free, independent and confidential advice on benefit and credit entitlements
- Benefit checks
- Help filling in claim forms
- Support and representation challenging decisions made by the Department for Work and Pensions, right through to tribunal if necessary
- Help with Personal Independence Claims and advice, Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit and Carers Allowance
- Assistance with queries regarding Pension Credit and Attendance Allowance.
What's more, our vast experience in the advice sector means that if we do not provide a service directly we can direct to someone who does!
Each year we deal with thousands of enquiries at our centres and outreach venues. We have recovered over six million pounds in lump sum payments and increased weekly benefits for the people of Derbyshire. This money is vital both for the recipients but also for the regeneration of the local economy. Money gained is mostly spent locally helping to preserve jobs and aid local businesses.
Our services are provided by a few paid staff and a team of volunteers across Chesterfield, North East Derbyshire, Bolsover, and Amber Valley. We have a proven track record of training volunteers from our communities, many of whom move into employment.
To find out more about our services, visit the help and advice section of this website, or get on touch with one of our offices.
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Partner organisations
DUWC has strong links with a number of partner organisations who share our heritage of supporting people's needs throughout Derbyshire. To find out more information, use the links below or call 01246 380415 to be put in touch with any of them.
Trade Union Safety Team
The Trade Union Safety Team offer support for workers/former workers with industrial diseases, diagnostic testing for Vibration White Finger and Industrial Deafness, and campaign for justice for victims made ill by work.
Facebook: TRUST Safety Team page and TRUST open group
Twitter: @TRUSTsafetyteam
Chesterfield and ND Tinnitus Support Group
Help and support for anyone suffering from Tinnitus (noises in the head or ears).
Web: tinnitussupport.org.uk
Twitter: @tinnitussupport
Facebook: Chesterfield and North Derbyshire Tinnitus Support Group (private group) , ask to be a member, or Chesterfield and ND Tinnitus Support Group (open page).
Email: mail@tinnitussupport.org.uk
Derbyshire Asbestos Support Team (DAST)
DAST provides help and support for anyone diagnosed with an asbestos related disease, including welfare benefits, government compensation and advice about making a civil claim. Also, wellbeing information and support for patients to share information and support. DAST also helps bereaved families affected by asbestos related diseases. DAST campaigns for justice for victims of asbestos related diseases and raises awareness about the dangers of asbestos.
Web: asbestossupport.co.uk
Facebook: DAST (Derbyshire Asbestos Support Team) (private group, ask to be a member), DAST – East Midlands Wide Asbestos Support (open page), Our Asbestos Heritage (open page), or DAST Bereavement Support (private group, ask to be a member)
Twitter: @DAST24
Email: mail@asbestossupport.co.uk
Asbestos Victims Support Groups' Forum UK
Asbestos Victims Support Groups' Forum UK is working together to give a voice to victims. They campaign for justice, bringing support groups together.
Web: asbestos forum.org.uk
Twitter: @Asbestosforum
Facebook: Asbestos Victim Support Groups’ Forum UK
Email: forum.asbestos@gmail.com