We are the charity formerly known as Cumbria Action for Sustainability (CAfS)
We are the charity formerly known as Cumbria Action for Sustainability (CAfS)
We are the charity formerly known as Cumbria Action for Sustainability (CAfS)
This page is for healthcare professionals. If you’re looking for free home energy advice for yourself, click here.
Futureproof Cumbria provides free advice and practical support to help people stay warm, manage and reduce energy costs, and make their home more comfortable and healthy to live in.
This includes:
It’s quick and simple to refer a patient:
You don’t need to know all the answers – just recognise the signs and refer a patient if you notice or hear any of the following:
If you have a staff newsletter, intranet or WhatsApp group, we have graphics and text that you can share to highlight the support available.
They are free to use, just click the button below to download the files.
Here are some gentle ways to bring up the support service:
There’s a free local service that helps people keep their homes warm and reduce energy costs – would you like me to refer you?
Lots of people struggle with things like damp, heating controls or energy bills. There’s support available that could make a real difference.
If you’re feeling cold at home or worried about mould or heating, there’s help we can connect you with – it won’t cost you anything.
Everyone can get a free telephone advice call. You don’t need to assess eligibility – we’ll do that once they’re referred.
Referring someone for free home energy support isn’t just about heating – it’s about health, dignity and long-term wellbeing.
By making a referral, you can help your patients:
A simple referral could mean a warmer home, a healthier life and a safer winter for someone you support.
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