Sponsored Editorial: Community Links

For more than two decades, Community Links Scotland has been proud to serve the people of West Dunbartonshire.

Based in Clydebank and working closely with community led Housing Associations and local third sector partners, our focus has always been on helping residents who are experiencing hardship, isolation, or financial pressure.

By developing practical, meaningful projects, we aim to help our local community be stronger and make sure people get the support they need, when they need it.

One of our key projects is the West Dunbartonshire Energy Advice Service, which provides vital assistance to anyone struggling with the rising cost of fuel.

Through this service, households can receive guidance on managing their heating systems efficiently, accessing all relevant benefits and financial support, and understanding energy saving options within the home.

Our team can also advocate on behalf of residents who are facing challenges with energy suppliers, including issues related to debt, disputes, or the risk of self-disconnection.

Working alongside national and local partners, we help eligible households obtain emergency fuel vouchers, Warm Home Discount support, and access to the Priority Services Register.

We also have a small fund that can assist with essential energy efficient items such as air fryers, heated drying racks, or other low-cost solutions that can make a real difference to household budgets.

Support can be offered through home visits, telephone consultations, video calls, or our regular drop-in surgeries across West Dunbartonshire. Our aim is always to make assistance accessible, friendly, and practical.

In addition to our energy work, we can also support households with a Starterpack.

This project provides essential household items to individuals and families moving into a new tenancy, often after experiencing homelessness, crisis, or emergency situations.

A fresh start can be overwhelming, and many people enter their new homes with very few belongings.

Through our Starterpacks we can supply practical, everyday basics – including bedding, kitchen equipment, toiletries, cleaning materials, and small household goods – helping to create a safe, comfortable environment from day one.

Across all our projects, our commitment remains the same: to stand alongside our communities, reduce inequality, and ensure no one feels left behind.

Thanks to funding secured from The Robertson Trust, the Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Scheme, National Lottery Awards for All and West Dunbartonshire Council – our support is free for all that need it.

We are always eager to work with organisations across West Dunbartonshire in order that we can identify and engage with households who otherwise may fall through the cracks of support.

If you would like to work in partnership with us, find out more, or seek support through any of our services, please get in touch on 0141 952 4382 or e-mail [email protected]