A CHRISTIAN charity is urging people with anxiety, depression and other psychological conditions brought on by financial woes to seek out help in Northwich.

The congregation of Christ Church Greenbank runs a debt centre in partnership with Christians Against Poverty.

Throughout their work they have found that mental health issues often run hand-in-hand with financial difficulties.

The centre has chosen Mental Health Awareness Week, which took place on May 16 to May 22, to highlight some of the debt help residents can access in Northwich.

Janet Greaves, Northwich CAP Debt Centre manager, said: “If you’ve no money but you’re getting constant demands, threatening letters and phone calls, it’s very stressful.

“There’s the fear of losing your home, the worry of not being a good parent, relationships feeling the pressure. It’s not surprising that a quarter of our clients describe themselves as having poor mental health.

“However, it also goes the other way. Debt can also be a by-product of an ongoing condition. It’s much harder to be working and earning if you’re suffering from a mental health issue and therefore, you’re more likely to be struggling with day-to-day costs.”

The free service from CAP has won several national awards and the charity is regarded as an industry leader for helping the most vulnerable people with a uniquely in-depth service.

CAP is also frequently recommended by TV’s Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis.

“The point is, if you’re feeling low and financial problems are part of that, we want to hear from you,” Janet said.

“CAP’s system is great for people who are struggling because we come to see you in your home, CAP’s staff at the headquarters in Bradford negotiate with all your creditors and we organise all the paperwork.

“It’s also absolutely free and for everyone whatever their age, gender, faith or background.

“Clients in a recent survey 94 per cent described the service as ‘a great help’ or even ‘life transforming’, so we hope people will give us a ring and book in for us to come and see them.”

For information on how to access the debt help service, visit capuk.org/i-want-help/cap-debt-help/debt-centre/219/northwich