Social Media

Social media can be a great way to get information out to our communities. Below are some examples of social media posts on a range of different topics that can be used on your social media channels such as Facebook and X. If you would prefer to share posts so you can be sure information is up to date, take a look at the pages below:

Example social media posts

Be safe (scams and online safety)

Post one:

Did you know, in just one year, 1 in 17 adults were victims of fraud? That's nearly 3 million of us!

We're supporting the UK Government's Stop! Think Fraud campaign, to give you the knowledge and tools you need to stay head of scams. To find out what you can do to help protect yourself, your loved ones and your business from fraud, visit https://stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk/

#StopThinkFraud

Post two:

Did you know fraud accounts for almost 40% of all crime? Fraudsters can use highly manipulative methods to get us when our defences are down. Nobody is immune from fraud. We can all be more alert to the risks and we can all do more to protect ourselves. To find out what you can do to help protect yourself, your loved ones and your business from fraud, visit https://stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk/

#StopThinkFraud

Pension credit

Post one:

Could someone in your family be eligible for Pension Credit and be missing out?

If they get Pension Credit, they may also get further help with heating bills, housing costs and NHS dental treatment. For more information about Pension Credit and to check eligibility, go to www.gov.uk/pension-credit-calculator or call 0800 99 1234

Post two:

Could your mam, grandad, aunty or friend be eligible for Pension Credit?

Pension Credit is extra money designed to help with daily living costs for people over state pension age and on a low income. For more information about Pension Credit and to check eligibility, go to www.gov.uk/pension-credit-calculator or call 0800 99 1234

Childcare support

Childcare support in England is being boosted. From April, even more working parents will have access to childcare for their little ones. To find out more about the expansion of childcare support, visit www.childcarechoices.gov.uk

Money and mental health

Mental health and money problems are often linked. If you are struggling with your mental health and money, and would like some advice and support, visit www.mentalhealthandmoneyadvice.org/en/

Stop Loan Sharks

Do you know what to look out for when dealing with loan sharks? If you don't, you're not alone.

Loan sharks often pose as friends offering to help you out when money is tight. Learn how you can spot the warning signs of illegal money lenders before they take advantage of you www.stoploansharks.co.uk