Residents' handbook - Moat

FURTHER INFORMATION SECTION 7Department of Workand PensionsThis is the government departmentthat deals directly with all benefits.It also holds details of local benefit 0800 88 22 00offices.www.dwp.gov.ukGingerbreadThis charity offers practical and Mon,Tue,Thu, Fri 9am-5pmemotional support to lone parents Wed 9am-8pmand their children and campaigns 0800 018 5026on their behalf.www.gingerbread.org.ukFURTHER INFORMATIONHomes and CommunitiesAgency/Tenant ServicesAuthorityThe Homes and CommunitiesAgency is responsible for investingpublic money in housing associations 0300 1234 500and for protecting that investment. www.homesandcommunities.co.ukThe Tenant Services Authority isthe body responsible for regulating 0845 230 7000all housing associations in England. www.tenantservicesauthority.orgGas Escape call 0800 111 999Samaritans - 24 hour lineThe Samaritans providesconfidential, non-judgementalemotional support, 24 hours a day,for people who are experiencingfeelings of distress or despair,including those which may lead 08457 90 90 90to suicide.www.samaritans.org7-9