Aims of the CAB service
- To ensure that individuals do not suffer through ignorance of their rights and responsibilities.
- To exercise a responsible influence on the development of social policies and services, both locally and nationally.
The aim of Didcot & District CAB
Is to provide a comprehensive service within these objectives, which will be available to both personal and telephone callers at the main Didcot Bureau, Wallingford Extension Bureau and RAF Benson Outreach.
A home visiting service will be provided where resources allow.
Our service is free, independent, impartial and confidential. Or service is available to anyone irrespective of race religious belief, sexual orientation or disability.
The Bureau aims to provide a generalist advice service on all subjects contained within the Citizens Advice information system.
The advice offered shall include:
- Assessing the client’s problem
- Researching information
- Advising clients on options open to them
- Discussing the possible consequences of those options
- Assisting with the understanding and completion of forms and other documents
- Negotiating with third parties
- Representation at Benefit Appeals Tribunals when staff are available
- Providing a full money advice service
Didcot and District Citizens Advice Bureau
Situation and Opening Hours
Didcot Office:
Address: Didcot Civic Hall, Britwell Road, Didcot, OX11 7JN
Telephone: 01235 813632
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10am to 4pm |
| Tuesday | 10am to 4pm |
| Wednesday | 10am to 1pm |
| Thursday | 10am to 7pm |
| Friday | 10am to 4pm |
Wallingford Office:
Address: Wallingford The Bullcroft, High Street, Wallingford, OX10 0BX
Telephone: 01491 833118
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10am to 4pm |
| Tuesday | 10am to 3.30pm |
| Friday | 10am to 1pm |
RAF Benson Office:
Address: The Hive, RAF Benson, OX10 6AA
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Friday | 11.30am to 1.30pm by appointment |
Home Visits are available on request, subject to staff availability.
Volunteers
We are always looking for volunteers, we have a variety of roles available, including advice and admin work; full training and support is provided. If you want to make a real difference to your local community, please contact the manager for further details on 01235 512839 or pop into the Didcot Bureau. We are looking for people from a wide variety of backgrounds, no particular experience require.
