Further information
Who Health Through Warmth can help
A cold and/or damp home can make some health conditions worse. Health Through Warmth aims to improve levels of warmth, comfort and quality of life for vulnerable people who have cold and/or damp related illnesses such as:
- Respiratory disease (COPD, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, severe asthma)
- Cardiovascular disease (heart disease & stroke)
- Diabetes (particularly type 1)
- Arthritis (osteo & rheumatoid, requiring regular treatment & review)
- Reduced mobility
- Cancer
- Terminal illness
- Mental illness (depression & receiving treatment, schizophrenia, manic depression)
What Health Through Warmth can help with
If you have a cold or damp related illness, Health Through Warmth may be able to assist with the following:
- Cavity wall & loft insulation
- Boiler repairs or replacement (if broken)
- Heating systems or appliances
- Energy efficiency and benefits advice
- Access to grants and other funds
