Case Studies
Groundwork Green Doctors helped John to stay warm, stay well, and saved him money on household bills. John is a talented photographer but his health and out of control energy bills were making it impossible to remain positive and creative. Like millions of other UK residents, his electricity and gas bills were a constant worry. With the support of a Groundwork Green Doctor he now has his bills and life back on track.
Thanet Council
Green Doctor provides residents in-depth energy advice, how to manage energy debt, how to change energy supplier and tariff, and how to access the appropriate financial support. They can also provide residents with bolster-freebies such as low-energy lightbulbs or timers to help manage heating costs.
Green Doctors supported Mark with able to make significant improvements to both his short and long-term living conditions. He has no heating and his only running water is provided to him by a tap in the cellar. Green Doctors were able to provide emergency heating and a grant to purchase a central heating system.
Cheshire East Council
Cheshire East and Green Doctor have demonstrated, the benefits of a coordinated approach to supporting residents with fuel poverty needs are felt by real people in real homes.