[{"text_idx": "#000000", "text": "The children are back in school and Autumn is quietly creeping up on us, and for many Christmas is just three pay days away."}, {"text_idx": "#000001", "text": "With a reduction in Universal Credit payments looming and the energy price cap lifting in October, this winter could be a tough one for many households."}, {"text_idx": "#000002", "text": "Please use this bulletin to complete your financial health check. There is lots of local support available in Torfaen to get you ready and just one phone call can start to make all the difference."}, {"text_idx": "#000003", "text": "If you're in financial hardship right now, please don't delay in getting in touch to get the advice and support you need, contact Helen Jenkins 07834555055 or Sam Scott 07908215963. They can help you budget and plan purchases, access food parcels and grants."}, {"text_idx": "#000004", "text": "Mae\u2019r plant wedi dychwelyd i\u2019r ysgol ac mae\u2019r hydref yn prysur agosa\u0301u, ac i nifer, bydd y Nadolig gyda ni ar o\u0302l tri phecyn cyflog."}, {"text_idx": "#000005", "text": "Gyda gostyngiad mewn Credyd Cynhwysol ar y gorwel a\u2019r cap ar brisiau ynni\u2019n cynyddu fis Hydref, gallai\u2019r gaeaf fod yn anodd i nifer."}, {"text_idx": "#000006", "text": "Defnyddiwch y bwletin yma i gwblhau eich gwiriad iechyd ariannol. Mae yna ddigon o gefnogaeth leol ar gael yn Nhorfaen i\u2019ch paratoi chi a gall un galwad ffo\u0302n wneud gwahaniaeth mawr."}, {"text_idx": "#000007", "text": "Os ydych chi mewn trafferthion ariannol ar hyn o bryd, cysylltwch a\u0302 ni\u2019n ddi-oed i gael y cyngor a\u2019r gefnogaeth y mae eu hangen arnoch chi, cysylltwch a\u0302 Helen Jenkins 07834555055 neu Sam Scott 07908215963. Gallan nhw eich helpu i gyllidebu a chynllunio gwariant, cael parseli bwyd a grantiau."}, {"text_idx": "#000008", "text": "Benefits, grants and financial support"}, {"text_idx": "#000009", "text": "If you are in receipt of Universal Credit, you will have been receiving an additional amount of \u00a386.67 per month due to the Covid pandemic."}, {"text_idx": "#000010", "text": "This was a temporary increase included in any payments issued after 06.04.20 and it is soon due to end. The last payment of this additional amount will be included in your September payment of Universal Credit. You will also receive a notification via your journal."}, {"text_idx": "#000011", "text": "If this reduction causes you hardship and you are struggling to pay your rent, you may be eligible to a Discretionary Housing Payment."}, {"text_idx": "#000012", "text": "Please contact the Benefits Team, benefits@torfaen.gov.uk or complete the online application."}, {"text_idx": "#000014", "text": "You can speak to an experienced adviser for advice on any issues you may be facing.every Monday from 10am - 1.30pm and Friday 10am - 1.30pm."}, {"text_idx": "#000015", "text": "Click here to access the video chat service"}, {"text_idx": "#000016", "text": "Citizens Advice services are also being carried out over the telephone, so If you need some advice please call 0300 330 2117 to speak to an adviser, or visit:"}, {"text_idx": "#000017", "text": "You can also get advice from their national help lines:"}, {"text_idx": "#000019", "text": "Help2Claim is a project run by the Citizens Advice Bureau assisting residents in Torfaen and Monmouthshire to make their Universal Credit claims online. To book an appointment please call 01633 876121."}, {"text_idx": "#000020", "text": "Help 2 Claim also has a dedicated telephone service on 0800 0241 220 or via the live web chat service on the Citizens Advice website."}, {"text_idx": "#000022", "text": "Coronavirus Self isolation financial support"}, {"text_idx": "#000023", "text": "If you have been contacted by NHS Wales Test, Trace, protect service (TTP) and been told to self-isolate, you may be entitled to financial support."}, {"text_idx": "#000025", "text": "Close contacts who are fully vaccinated and under 18\u2019s are no longer required to self-isolate or to apply for financial assistance via the scheme."}, {"text_idx": "#000026", "text": "Payments have also increased from \u00a3500 to \u00a3750 for self-isolations periods starting on or after 07 August 2021. You must apply within three weeks of the last day of your self-isolation."}, {"text_idx": "#000027", "text": "Click here to complete the form"}, {"text_idx": "#000028", "text": "For further information e-mail us at benefits@torfaen.gov.uk or call 01495 766430 / 766570."}, {"text_idx": "#000029", "text": "There are a number of grants available to help with the impact of COVID-19."}, {"text_idx": "#000030", "text": "Please note that the list in the link below is not exhaustive and more grants schemes will be added once we are made aware."}, {"text_idx": "#000031", "text": "Click here for 'Grants to help with the impact of COVID-19'."}, {"text_idx": "#000032", "text": "If you are having difficulty paying your Council Tax please contact us. We can look at your potential entitlement to Council Tax Reduction (or Free School Meals if you have children)."}, {"text_idx": "#000033", "text": "if you are on a low income or social security benefits such as Universal Credit, we may be able to spread your instalments over twelve months to reduce your monthly payment or defer your initial instalments to make it easier for you to pay at a later date."}, {"text_idx": "#000035", "text": "Throughout the Covid 19 pandemic we have extended payment periods, however, most ongoing DHP\u2019s will be expiring in October 2021."}, {"text_idx": "#000036", "text": "We will be contacting customers shortly to either renew their application or to advise of any further extension. If you are still in need of additional support, please do not ignore your invitation to renew your award."}, {"text_idx": "#000037", "text": "If you have not applied already, you can click here to apply for Discretionary Housing Payment. Any queries, call 01495 766430/766570 or email at benefits@torfaen.gov.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000039", "text": "Please call 0800 859 5924 or apply online at "}, {"text_idx": "#000040", "text": "The Turn2us website helps people in financial need gain access to welfare benefits, charitable grants and other financial help. Turn2us also provides a wide range of information on grant giving charities including those who can provide financial support to people who may have worked in various professions and who are now facing financial hardship"}, {"text_idx": "#000041", "text": "Entitledto - Check what benefit entitlement you are entitled to. The Entitledto benefits calculator will check which means-tested benefits you may be entitled to e.g. tax credits ..."}, {"text_idx": "#000042", "text": "Pension Credit is a means-tested benefit that tops up your basic state pension if you have a low income. There are two parts to Pension Credit:"}, {"text_idx": "#000043", "text": "Guarantee Credit - tops up weekly income to a guaranteed minimum level set by the government.\nSavings Credit - is an extra payment available if you saved some money towards your retirement, for example, with a pension. It\u2019s only paid if you were getting savings credit until 6 April 2016 and if you\u2019re a couple and one of you reached State Pension age before 6 April 2016."}, {"text_idx": "#000045", "text": "Are you in financial hardship?"}, {"text_idx": "#000046", "text": "For assistance with food parcels and access to a range of grants for financial support, including essential items and help with priority bills, contact:"}, {"text_idx": "#000047", "text": "Click here for more information"}, {"text_idx": "#000049", "text": "The charity has lots of fabulous things to sell including handmade crafts and beautiful cards, with all proceeds going to DAP."}, {"text_idx": "#000050", "text": "Advisers will be available on the day to give advice on issues around long-term health conditions and disabilities including benefits and community care."}, {"text_idx": "#000051", "text": "The charity is totally independent and relies on volunteers to help provide its services. In the last 18 months it has helped almost 500 disabled people in Gwent."}, {"text_idx": "#000052", "text": "Carers Allowance matters, it is a vital lifeline for people looking after a loved one, you could receive \u00a367.25 a week and receive National Insurance Credits."}, {"text_idx": "#000053", "text": "Click here for more information about carers allowance"}, {"text_idx": "#000054", "text": "Have you recently lost someone close?"}, {"text_idx": "#000055", "text": "You could claim Bereavement Support Payment if your husband, wife, or civil partner has died in the last 21 months. You must claim within 3 months of your partner\u2019s death to get the full amount."}, {"text_idx": "#000056", "text": "Bereavement Service helpline Telephone: 0800 731 0469 / Welsh language: 0800 731 0453. For more information visit: "}, {"text_idx": "#000057", "text": "Are gambling problems affecting you, or those close to you?"}, {"text_idx": "#000058", "text": "GamCare is the leading national provider of free information, advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling for more information go to or ring them on 0800 802 0133. Lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week"}, {"text_idx": "#000059", "text": "Have you received an enforcement letter or had contact from Enforcement Agents (Bailiffs)?"}, {"text_idx": "#000060", "text": "The Citizens Advice state that a letter should be received from bailiffs before they visit your home, to check if you are vulnerable because of coronavirus. They should also follow government guidance on social distancing and shouldn\u2019t take property from your home."}, {"text_idx": "#000061", "text": "For further information please go to or call the local Citizens Advice helpline to discuss your personal circumstances and to get the right help and support."}, {"text_idx": "#000062", "text": "Financial support for education and childcare"}, {"text_idx": "#000063", "text": "Most grants have now been paid. If you are expecting to receive a grant and have not heard from us \u2013 please contact The Benefits Team to check on progress benefits@torfaen.gov.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000064", "text": "Grants are available to buy school uniform, equipment, sports kit and kit for activities outside of school for your child."}, {"text_idx": "#000065", "text": "New school years are now eligible and the criteria has been extended to include laptops or tablets. Learners eligible for free school meals can apply for this grant if they are:"}, {"text_idx": "#000066", "text": "in reception class at primary school from September 2021\nin a special school, special needs resource base or pupil referral unit and are aged 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14 or 15 from September 2021"}, {"text_idx": "#000067", "text": "For Year 7 learners the grant is \u00a3200, recognising the increased costs associated with starting secondary school."}, {"text_idx": "#000068", "text": "Pupils who receive Free School Meals due to transitional protection arrangements do not qualify for this funding."}, {"text_idx": "#000069", "text": "Funding for looked-after children is available in every school year. The Local Authority in which the \u2018looked after child\u2019 attends school is responsible for issuing the grant"}, {"text_idx": "#000070", "text": "Families are only entitled to claim once per child, per school year."}, {"text_idx": "#000072", "text": "Free School Meal payments in Wales will be paid in every school holiday period up to and including the Easter break to Free School Meal recipients."}, {"text_idx": "#000073", "text": "If you are already in receipt of Free School Meals payments and/or a clothing grant, you do not need to provide any further information to us."}, {"text_idx": "#000075", "text": "Help with childcare costs for working parents of 3 to 4 year olds"}, {"text_idx": "#000076", "text": "If your 3 or 4 year old started or returned to nursery education this month, have you checked whether you are entitled to the Childcare Offer for Wales?"}, {"text_idx": "#000077", "text": "Eligible parents could claim between 17.5 \u2013 20 hours of wraparound childcare during term time."}, {"text_idx": "#000078", "text": "Many settings are approved for the Childcare Offer for Wales and eligible parents can make an application by visiting the Torfaen Family Information Service website."}, {"text_idx": "#000079", "text": "For more information contact the Family Information Service on 0800 0196 330 or email fis@torfaen.gov.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000080", "text": "Are childcare costs preventing you from training or working?"}, {"text_idx": "#000081", "text": "PaCE will help find and fund solutions to overcome childcare barriers to enable parents/guardians to prepare for and access employment opportunities."}, {"text_idx": "#000082", "text": "Getting you closer to the workplace."}, {"text_idx": "#000083", "text": "Bookstart packs \u2013 available at Torfaen libraries now!"}, {"text_idx": "#000084", "text": "We know that it\u2019s never too early to start sharing books, stories and rhymes. Bookstart aims to help every child get the best possible start in life and inspire a lifelong love of reading."}, {"text_idx": "#000086", "text": "Are you looking for work or a career change? Facing redundancy?"}, {"text_idx": "#000087", "text": "Torfaen Employability teams are on hand to offer you free employment advice and to help you:"}, {"text_idx": "#000089", "text": "Click here to complete our form"}, {"text_idx": "#000091", "text": "The minimum income floor was suspended in April 2020 and has been reintroduced from August 2021."}, {"text_idx": "#000092", "text": "If you are self-employed and your earnings are low, your Universal Credit may be worked out on higher earnings than you have. This is called the \u2018minimum income floor\u2019."}, {"text_idx": "#000093", "text": "The minimum income floor is set at the level of the national minimum wage at the number of hours you would be expected to work. How many hours this is depends on your circumstances. For many people it will be 35 hours per week but if you have a disability, have caring responsibilities, or look after children, it might be less."}, {"text_idx": "#000094", "text": "If your earnings are below the minimum income floor, the minimum income floor figure will be used to work out your benefit instead of your earnings figure."}, {"text_idx": "#000095", "text": "If you earn above the minimum income floor, your actual earnings will be used to work out your benefit."}, {"text_idx": "#000096", "text": "If you have been trading as self-employed for longer than 12 months and are also in receipt of Universal Credit, you should expect to see variations in your Universal Credit from August 2021 onwards to reflect these changes."}, {"text_idx": "#000097", "text": "Do you need to brush up on your skills?"}, {"text_idx": "#000099", "text": "From complete beginners to those who wish to brush up on their existing skills, all levels are covered."}, {"text_idx": "#000101", "text": "Still want to be able to network and promote your business?"}, {"text_idx": "#000102", "text": "Join Torfaen's thriving business club.for free and promote your business at our on line meetings. More details "}, {"text_idx": "#000104", "text": "The quickest and simplest way of making a payment is via our automated payment line on 0300 4560516 or you can make a payment online."}, {"text_idx": "#000105", "text": "You also can pay your council tax, business rates and council invoices by direct debit. If you\u2019re requesting to pay us by Direct Debit for the first time, you need to register a few details to help us respond to your request."}, {"text_idx": "#000106", "text": "For general enquiries you can speak to an officer by calling 01495 762200."}, {"text_idx": "#000107", "text": "Need to request or apply for a service?"}, {"text_idx": "#000108", "text": "The majority of things that can usually be done at our Torfaen offices can also be done online. Online forms are available in the Report It / Request It / Apply For It area of the Torfaen website."}, {"text_idx": "#000110", "text": "Floating support is available to individuals living in Torfaen with a housing related support need. Support can be provided to assist you with various issues such as;"}, {"text_idx": "#000111", "text": "Help to find suitable accommodation and setting up a tenancy\nHelp with budgeting, accessing benefits and managing your money\nHelp with emotional support, managing mental and physical health\nHelping you to feel safe and secure in your home and community\nSupport with accessing education, training, volunteering and employment\nSupport with helping you to be healthy and active"}, {"text_idx": "#000112", "text": "Please see the attached leaflets for more information on the services that are available.Should you wish to access one of these services or have any questions, please complete either the attached referral form, contact a member of the team on 01495 766949 or email Gateway@torfaen.gov.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000113", "text": "If you're experiencing difficulties with your housing, mental health or substance use, come to our community drop in hub to chat with a member of our team."}, {"text_idx": "#000114", "text": "The team will be available at the above times to talk with you about any issues you might be facing."}, {"text_idx": "#000118", "text": "The financial inclusion team service will be closed on Good Friday and bank holiday Monday."}, {"text_idx": "#000119", "text": "If you are over 18 and live in Torfaen then the Torfaen Support Service can help you."}, {"text_idx": "#000120", "text": "Perhaps you need help applying for adaptations to your home?"}, {"text_idx": "#000121", "text": "Are you struggling with budgeting, benefit entitlement or debts?"}, {"text_idx": "#000122", "text": "Maybe you need help filling out forms, managing your home or building up social or support networks?"}, {"text_idx": "#000123", "text": "Do you want career advice, training, education or employment opportunities?"}, {"text_idx": "#000124", "text": "These are just a few of things that the team can help with and it\u2019s absolutely FREE!"}, {"text_idx": "#000125", "text": "if you would like to talk about our service contact us on 01633 620480."}, {"text_idx": "#000126", "text": "Users can check their rent balance 24/7 from their mobile phone and set up a payment plan. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play, or visit the Bron Afon website for more information."}, {"text_idx": "#000129", "text": "Please contact them on 01495 745910 and ask for money advice or email Claire Pearce-Crawford, Advice Manager: moneyadvice@melinhomes.co.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000130", "text": "Age Connects information and advice Line (including welfare benefit assistance - benefit assessment and assistance to complete application forms) is available 10am until 4pm, Monday to Friday by calling 01495 769264 or email: "}, {"text_idx": "#000131", "text": "Age Connects Torfaen are also supporting in the community with:"}, {"text_idx": "#000132", "text": "Intergenerational letters and drawings campaign\nCommunity errands such as access to hearing aid batteries and hearing aid repairs & servicing\nMeal delivery service to homes (Tuesday's and Thursday's)\nCompletion of benefit application forms"}, {"text_idx": "#000134", "text": "Are you a carer who is planning to return to work?"}, {"text_idx": "#000137", "text": "Age Connects Torfaen offer bespoke activities in the home allowing carers some time for themselves. Whether your loved one enjoys the theatre, arts, gentle exercise or has a specialist hobby, we tailor the activities to suit the likes and interests of the individual."}, {"text_idx": "#000139", "text": "To learn more about the kind of activities that Age Connects Torfaen can provide in the home, contact 01495 769264 or email "}, {"text_idx": "#000140", "text": "Attendance Allowance for people over 65, helps with extra costs if you have a disability severe enough to need someone to help look after or help you. You could gain an extra income of \u00a359.70 or \u00a389.15 a week to help with personal support."}, {"text_idx": "#000141", "text": "The person helping you also may be entitled to Carers Allowance once you have gained the Attendance Allowance. Attendance Allowance is not means tested - what you earn or how much you have in savings will not affect what you are awarded."}, {"text_idx": "#000143", "text": "There are many reasons you, or someone you know may need support in the home."}, {"text_idx": "#000144", "text": "Whatever the difficulty, one of our friendly Torfaen 50+ team members will help you put together a plan of action to change your situation, and will stay working with you for up to 12 months."}, {"text_idx": "#000145", "text": "To receive support, all you need to do is call our friendly Gateway team on 01495 766447 or visit "}, {"text_idx": "#000146", "text": "Energy advice, grants and support"}, {"text_idx": "#000147", "text": "In October 2021, the default energy price cap will rise to \u00a31,277, increasing household energy costs by \u00a3139 per year."}, {"text_idx": "#000148", "text": "The price cap for those with prepayment meters will also increase by \u00a3153 from \u00a31,156 to \u00a31,309."}, {"text_idx": "#000149", "text": "Citizens Advice Torfaen can assist you to save money on your energy bills and can help you check your eligibility for schemes to reduce your energy costs. They may be able to offer free energy saving lightbulbs too to help reduce your bills."}, {"text_idx": "#000150", "text": "Warmer Wales is a free comprehensive and impartial service that helps people to reduce their energy bills through supplier switching, insulation grants and more informed use."}, {"text_idx": "#000152", "text": "If you have a low income, you may be entitled to a reduction on your water rates. You can apply online here: "}, {"text_idx": "#000153", "text": "Bron Afon tenants will need to use the following reference number: 3489812601"}, {"text_idx": "#000154", "text": "If you have been affected by Covid-19 and as a result you are now facing financial hardship or struggling to top up meters, you are advised to contact your energy supplier in the first instance to discuss your personal circumstances."}, {"text_idx": "#000155", "text": "You can also contact the discretionary assistance fund wales on 0800 859 5924 which may be able to assist with a small grant."}, {"text_idx": "#000156", "text": "Some energy suppliers offer the Warm Home Discount, which is worth \u00a3140. To see if you are eligible for this support, please contact your energy supplier for details or visit the Gov website for more information."}, {"text_idx": "#000158", "text": "If you are struggling to keep your home warm or cope with your energy bills, call us on Freephone 0808 808 2244."}, {"text_idx": "#000159", "text": "Os ydych yn derbyn Credyd Cynhwysol, mi fyddwch wedi bod yn derbyn swm ychwanegol o \u00a386.67 y mis oherwydd pandemig Covid 19."}, {"text_idx": "#000160", "text": "Roedd hwn yn gynnydd dros dro a gafodd ei gynnwys mewn unrhyw daliadau a gyhoeddwyd ar o\u0302l 06.04.20 ac mae'n dod i ben cyn hir. Bydd y swm hwn sy\u2019n cael ei dalu am y tro olaf, yn cael ei gynnwys yn eich taliad Credyd Cynhwysol ym mis Medi. Byddwch hefyd yn derbyn hysbysiad trwy eich cyfnodolyn."}, {"text_idx": "#000161", "text": "Os yw'r gostyngiad hwn yn achosi caledi i chi a'ch bod yn cael trafferth talu'ch rhent, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i gael Taliad Disgresiwn at Gostau Tai."}, {"text_idx": "#000162", "text": "Cysylltwch a\u0302\u2019r Ti\u0302m Budd-daliadau, benefits@torfaen.gov.uk neu llenwch y ffurflen gais ar lein."}, {"text_idx": "#000163", "text": "Cymorth ariannol i hunan ynysu yn sgil Coronafirws"}, {"text_idx": "#000164", "text": "Os yw Gwasanaeth Profi, Olrhain a Diogelu GIG Cymru (TTP) wedi cysylltu a\u0302 chi a dweud wrthych am hunan ynysu, efallai y bydd gennych hawl i gymorth ariannol."}, {"text_idx": "#000166", "text": "Nid yw'n ofynnol bellach i gysylltiadau agos sydd wedi'u brechu'n llawn na'r rheini o dan 18 oed, i hunan ynysu neu wneud cais am gymorth ariannol trwy'r cynllun."}, {"text_idx": "#000167", "text": "Mae taliadau hefyd wedi cynyddu o \u00a3500 i \u00a3750 ar gyfer cyfnodau hunan ynysu sy'n dechrau ar 07 Awst 2021 neu ar o\u0302l hynny. Rhaid i chi wneud cais o fewn tair wythnos o ddiwrnod olaf eich cyfnod hunan ynysu."}, {"text_idx": "#000168", "text": "Cliciwch yma i lenwi\u2019r ffurflen"}, {"text_idx": "#000169", "text": "I gael mwy o wybodaeth anfonwch e-bost atom yn benefits@torfaen.gov.uk neu ffoniwch 01495 766430 / 766570."}, {"text_idx": "#000170", "text": "Taliadau Disgresiwn at Gostau Tai (DHP)"}, {"text_idx": "#000171", "text": "Mae Taliadau Disgresiwn at Gostau Tai (DHP) yn cynnig cymorth ychwanegol gyda\u2019ch rhent. Mae\u2019r taliadau hyn fel arfer yn cael eu rhoi am gyfnodau byr yn unig, er enghraifft 3 mis."}, {"text_idx": "#000172", "text": "Trwy gydol pandemig Covid 19 rydym wedi ymestyn cyfnodau talu, ond, bydd y mwyafrif o'r taliadau parhaus yn dod i ben ym mis Hydref 2021."}, {"text_idx": "#000173", "text": "Byddwn yn cysylltu a\u0302 chwsmeriaid yn fuan i naill ai adnewyddu eu cais neu i gynghori am unrhyw estyniad pellach. Os oes angen cymorth ychwanegol arnoch o hyd, peidiwch ag anwybyddu'ch gwahoddiad i'w adnewyddu."}, {"text_idx": "#000174", "text": "Os nad ydych wedi gwneud cais hyd yma, gallwch glicio yma i wneud cais am Daliad Disgresiwn at Gostai Tai. Os oes gennych ymholiadau, ffoniwch 01495 766430/766570 neu anfonwch e-bost i benefits@torfaen.gov.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000175", "text": "Mae Llywodraeth Cymru am ei wneud yn haws i chi ddilyn canllawiau hunan-ynysu os ydych chi\u2019n cael prawf positif neu fod gofyn i chi ynysu gan ein ti\u0302m Profi, Olrhain a Diogelu."}, {"text_idx": "#000176", "text": "Os yw\u2019r ti\u0302m wedi cysylltu a\u0302 chi ac wedi dweud wrthych chi i hunan-ynysu, gallech fod a\u0302 hawl i gymorth ariannol o hyd at \u00a3500 os ydych yn bodloni\u2019r meini prawf. Gellir o\u0302l-dalu\u2019r cymorth ariannol i 23ain Hydref 2020."}, {"text_idx": "#000177", "text": "I gwblhau\u2019r ffurflen cliciwch yma"}, {"text_idx": "#000178", "text": "Siop PCA Untro yng Nghanolfan Cwmbra\u0302n"}, {"text_idx": "#000180", "text": "Mae gan yr elusen lawer o bethau gwych i'w gwerthu, gan gynnwys crefftau a chardiau hardd wedi'u gwneud a\u0302 llaw, gyda'r holl elw'n mynd at PCA."}, {"text_idx": "#000181", "text": "Bydd ymgynghorwyr ar gael ar y diwrnod i roi cyngor ar faterion yn ymwneud a\u0302 chyflyrau iechyd hirdymor ac anableddau, yn cynnwys budd-daliadau a gofal cymunedol."}, {"text_idx": "#000182", "text": "Mae'r elusen yn hollol annibynnol ac mae'n dibynnu ar wirfoddolwyr i helpu i ddarparu ei gwasanaethau. Yn ystod y 18 mis diwethaf mae wedi helpu bron i 500 o bobl anabl yng Ngwent."}, {"text_idx": "#000183", "text": "Cael gwasanaethau Cyngor ar Bopeth"}, {"text_idx": "#000184", "text": "Oeddech chi\u2019n gwybod bod Cyngor ar Bopeth Torfaen yn cynnig apwyntiadau galw heibio arlein?"}, {"text_idx": "#000185", "text": "Gallwch siarad gyda chynghorydd profiadol i gael cyngor ar unrhyw fater rydych yn ei wynebu, bob dydd Llun rhwng 10am - 1.30pm a dydd Gwener 10am - 1.30pm."}, {"text_idx": "#000186", "text": "Mae\u2019r gwasanaeth galw I mewn trwy fide oar gael I oedolion sy\u2019nc hwilio am help gyda budd-daliadau, dyled, tai, cyflogaeth ac unrhyw broblem arall sydd gyda chi."}, {"text_idx": "#000187", "text": "Cliciwch yma ar gyfer y gwasanaeth sgwrs fideo"}, {"text_idx": "#000188", "text": "Mae sesiynau Cyngor ar Bopeth hefyd yn digwydd dros y ffon, felly os oes angen cyngor arnoch chi, ffoniwch 0300 330 2117 i siarad a\u0302 chynghorydd, neu ewch at "}, {"text_idx": "#000193", "text": "Mae gan Help i Hawlio linell ffo\u0302n hefyd, sef 0800 0241 220 neu drwy\u2019r gwasanaeth sgwrsio ar y we ar wefan Cyngor ar Bopeth."}, {"text_idx": "#000194", "text": "Mae yna nifer o grantiau ar gael i helpu i leddfu effaith COVID-19."}, {"text_idx": "#000195", "text": "Nodwch os gwelwch yn dda nad yw\u2019r rhestr yn y ddolen isod yn hollgynhwysol a bydd rhagor o gynlluniau yn cael eu hychwnaegu unwaith y byddwn yn gwybod amdanyn nhw."}, {"text_idx": "#000196", "text": "Cliciwch yma ar gyfer \u2018Grantiau i helpu gydag effeithiau Covid-19\u2019."}, {"text_idx": "#000198", "text": "Byddwch yn cael taliad os cofnodir cyfartaledd y tymheredd yn eich ardal, neu os rhagwelir y bydd y tymheredd yn sero gradd Celsius neu\u2019n is dros gyfnod o 7 diwrnod yn olynol. Byddwch yn derbyn \u00a325 ar gyfer pob cyfnod o 7 diwrnod o dywydd oer iawn rhwng 1 Tachwedd a 31 Mawrth."}, {"text_idx": "#000199", "text": "Mae\u2019r cynllun Taliadau Tywydd Oer yn mynd o 1 Tachwedd 2020 tan 31 Mawrth 2021. Gwireiwch a oes modd i chi gael taliad yn eich ardal."}, {"text_idx": "#000200", "text": "Cymorth Treth y Cyngor a rhent"}, {"text_idx": "#000202", "text": "Os ydych chi ar incwm isel neu fudd-daliadau fel Credyd Cynhwysol, efallai gallwn gynnig eich bod yn talu dros ddeuddeg mis er mwyn lleihau eich taliad misol neu ohirio\u2019ch taliadau cychwynnol er mwyn ei wneud yn haws i chi dalu yn nes ymlaen."}, {"text_idx": "#000203", "text": "Taliadau Tai yn o\u0302l Disgresiwn (DHP)"}, {"text_idx": "#000204", "text": "Os ydych chi\u2019n derbyn Budd-dal Tai neu Gredyd Cynhwysol ac os oes gennych o\u0302l-ddyledion rhent neu ddiffyg yn eich rhent ar hyn o bryd, mae\u2019r cyngor yn gweinyddu taliadau tai yn o\u0302l disgresiwn i\u2019ch helpu chi i reoli eich costau tai."}, {"text_idx": "#000205", "text": "Os nad ydych eisoes wedi gwneud cais, gallwch glicio yma i wneud cais am Daliad Tai yn o\u0302l Disgresiwn. Unrhyw gwestiynau, ffoniwch 01495 766430/766570 neu ebostiwch benefits@torfaen.gov.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000207", "text": "Bydd y Gronfa Cymprth Dewisol ar gyfer taliadau arian parod ar gau 25/26/28ain Rhagfyr, ac ar 1af Ionawr 2020. Fel arall, mae\u2019g ronfa ar waith Dydd Llun \u2013 ddydd Gwener 9.30-4.00pm"}, {"text_idx": "#000209", "text": "Gwiriwch eich hawl i fudd-daliadau"}, {"text_idx": "#000210", "text": "Mae gwefan Turn2us yn helpu pobl sydd ag angen ariannol i gael budd-daliadau, grantiau elusennol a chymorth ariannol arall. Mae Turn2us hefyd yn cynnig amrywiaeth eang o wybodaeth am elusennau sy\u2019n rhoi grantiau gan gynnwys y rheiny sy\u2019n gallu rhoi cymorth ariannol i bobl sydd efallai wedi gweithio mewn proffesiynau gwahanol ac sydd nawr yn wynebu cyni ariannol"}, {"text_idx": "#000211", "text": "Entitledto \u2013 Gwiriwch pa hawl sydd gennych i fudd-dal. Bydd cyfrifiannell budd-daliadau entitledto yn gwirio pa fudd-daliadau ar sail prawf modd y gallai fod gennych hawl iddynt e.e. credydau treth ..."}, {"text_idx": "#000213", "text": "Mae gan Help i Hawlio linell ffo\u0302n hefyd, sef 0800 0241 220 neu drwy\u2019r gwasanaeth sgwrsio ar y we ar Cyngor ar Bopeth."}, {"text_idx": "#000214", "text": "Budd-dal ar sail prawf modd sy\u2019n rhoi taliad ar ben eich pensiwn gwladol sylfaenol os oes gennych chi incwm isel yw Credyd Pensiwn."}, {"text_idx": "#000216", "text": "Credyd Gwarant sy\u2019n cynyddu incwm wythnosol at leiafswm a bennir gan y llywodraeth.\nCredit Cynilion sy\u2019n daliad ychwanegol sydd ar gael os ydych chi wedi cynilo arian tuag at eich ymddeoliad, er enghraifft, gyda phensiwn. Telir hyn dim ond os oedech chi\u2019n derbyn credit cynilion tan 6 Ebrill 2016 ac os ydych chi\u2019n gwpwl a bod un ohonoch chi wedi cyrraedd oed Pensiwn Gwladol cyn 6 Ebrill 2016."}, {"text_idx": "#000218", "text": "Am gymorth gyda pharseli bwyd a mynediad i amrywiaeth o grantiau ar gyfer cymorth ariannol, gan gynnwys eitemau hanfodol a help gyda biliau sy\u2019n flaenoriaeth, cysylltwch a\u0302:"}, {"text_idx": "#000219", "text": "Cliciwch yma am ragor o wybodaeth"}, {"text_idx": "#000220", "text": "Rhagor o Gyngor am Ddyled"}, {"text_idx": "#000221", "text": "Mae eraill sy\u2019n cynnig cyngor am ddim am ddyled yn cynnwys Christians Against Poverty neu Step Change ffoniwch 0800 138 111"}, {"text_idx": "#000223", "text": "Cliciwch yma am ragor o wybodaeth am lwfans gofalwr"}, {"text_idx": "#000224", "text": "Ydych chi newydd golli rhywun agos?"}, {"text_idx": "#000225", "text": "Gallech hawlio Taliad Cymorth Galar os yw eich gw\u0302r, gwraig neu bartner sifil wedi marw yn ystod y 21 mis diwethaf. Rhaid I chi hawlio o fewn 3 mis i farwolaeth eich partner i gael y swm llawn."}, {"text_idx": "#000226", "text": "Ydy problemau gamblo yn effeithio arnoch chi, neu\u2019r rheiny sy\u2019n agos atoch chi?"}, {"text_idx": "#000227", "text": "GamCare yw prif ddarparwr cenedlaethol gwybodaeth, cyngor a chefnogaeth am ddim i unrhyw un sy\u2019n cael eu heffeithio gan broblem gamblo. Am ragor o wybodaeth, ewch i neu ffoniwch nhw ar 0800 802 0133. Mae llinellau ar agor 24 awr y dydd, 7 diwrnod yr wythnos."}, {"text_idx": "#000230", "text": "Os ydych yn derbyn PAD ar hyn o bryd, neu\u2019n meddwl y dylech, cysylltwch a\u0302 ni i gael cyngor cyn adrodd am unrhyw newid mewn amgylchiadau neu cyn gwneud unrhyw gais newydd er mwyn osgoi gwaethygiad yn eich sefyllfa ariannol."}, {"text_idx": "#000231", "text": "Cysylltwch a\u0302 ni i gael cyngor:"}, {"text_idx": "#000232", "text": "Addysg a chymorth i blant"}, {"text_idx": "#000233", "text": "Mae'r mwyafrif o grantiau bellach wedi'u talu. Os ydych chi'n disgwyl derbyn grant ac heb glywed gennym ni - cysylltwch a\u0302'r Ti\u0302m Budd-daliadau ar benefits@torfaen.gov.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000234", "text": "Mae grantiau ar gael i brynu gwisg ysgol, offer, dillad chwaraeon ac offer ar gyfer gweithgareddau y tu allan i'r ysgol i'ch plentyn."}, {"text_idx": "#000235", "text": "Mae blynyddoedd ysgol newydd, bellach yn gymwys ac mae'r meini prawf wedi'u hymestyn i gynnwys gliniaduron neu dabledi. Gall dysgwyr sy'n gymwys i gael prydau ysgol am ddim, wneud cais am y grant hwn os ydyn nhw:"}, {"text_idx": "#000236", "text": "mewn dosbarth derbyn yn yr ysgol gynradd o fis Medi 2021\nmewn ysgol arbennig, canolfan adnoddau anghenion arbennig neu uned atgyfeirio disgyblion ac yn 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14 neu\u2019n 15 o fis Medi 2021"}, {"text_idx": "#000237", "text": "I ddysgwyr ym Mlwyddyn 7 mae\u2019r grant yn \u00a3200, i gydnabod y gost sy\u2019n gysylltiedig a\u0302 dechrau mewn ysgol uwchradd."}, {"text_idx": "#000238", "text": "Nid yw disgyblion sy'n derbyn Prydau Ysgol Am Ddim oherwydd trefniadau amddiffyn wrth bontio, yn gymwys i dderbyn y cyllid hwn."}, {"text_idx": "#000239", "text": "Mae cyllid ar gyfer plant sy'n derbyn gofal ar gael ym mhob blwyddyn ysgol. Yr Awdurdod Lleol lle mae\u2019r \u2018plentyn sy\u2019n derbyn gofal\u2019 yn mynychu\u2019r ysgol sy\u2019n gyfrifol am gyhoeddi\u2019r grant"}, {"text_idx": "#000240", "text": "Unwaith i bob plentyn, ymhob blwyddyn ysgol a hynny'n unig, y mae gan deulu hawl i hawlio."}, {"text_idx": "#000242", "text": "Bydd taliadau Prydiau Ysgol am Ddim yn Nghymru,yn cael eu talu ym mhob cyfnod gwyliau ysgol i fyny at ac yn cynnwys gwyliau\u2019r Pasg i\u2019r rheiny sy\u2019n derbyn Prydiau Ysgol am Ddim."}, {"text_idx": "#000243", "text": "Os ydych chi eisoes yn derbyn taliadau Prydiau Ysgol am Ddim a/ neu grant gwisg ysgol, yna does dim angen i chi roi unrhyw wybodaeth bellach i ni. Mae rhagor o wybodaeth am hawlio prydiau ysgol am ddim ar gael yma"}, {"text_idx": "#000244", "text": "Help gyda chostau gofal plant i rieni sy\u2019n gweithio a chanddynt blant 3 i 4 oed"}, {"text_idx": "#000245", "text": "Os yw eich plentyn 3 neu 4 oed wedi cychwyn neu ddychwelyd i addysg feithrin y mis hwn, a ydych wedi edrych i weld a oes gennych hawl i'r Cynnig Gofal Plant i Gymru?"}, {"text_idx": "#000246", "text": "Gallai rhieni cymwys hawlio rhwng 17.5 - 20 awr o ofal plant cofleidiol yn ystod y tymor."}, {"text_idx": "#000247", "text": "Mae nifer o leoliadau wedi eu cymeradwyo ar gyfer y Cynnig Gofal Plant i Gymru a gall y rheini sy\u2019n gymwys wneud cais drwy roi clic ar wefan Gwasanaeth Gwybodaeth i Deuluoedd Torfaen."}, {"text_idx": "#000248", "text": "I gael mwy o wybodaeth cysylltwch a\u0302\u2019r Gwasanaeth Gwybodaeth i Deuluoedd ar 0800 0196 330 neu anfonwch e-bost i fis@torfaen.gov.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000249", "text": "A yw costau gofal plant yn eich atal rhag hyfforddi neu weithio?"}, {"text_idx": "#000250", "text": "Mi fydd PaCE yn eich helpu i ganfod ac ariannu atebion i oresgyn rhwystrau gofal plant i alluogi rhieni/gwarcheidwaid i baratoi a chael hyd i gyfleoedd gwaith."}, {"text_idx": "#000251", "text": "Eich cael yn agosach i\u2019r gweithle."}, {"text_idx": "#000253", "text": "Rydym yn gwybod nad yw hi byth yn rhy gynnar i ddechrau rhannu llyfrau, straeon a rhigymau. Nod Dechrau Da yw helpu i bob plentyn gael y cychwyn gorau mewn bywyd ac ysbrydoli cariad am oes tuag at ddarllen."}, {"text_idx": "#000255", "text": "Mae\u2019r cyfrifon Cronfeydd Ymddiriedolaeth i Blant cyntaf yn aeddfedu fis yma gan fod y plant cyntaf i gael taleb yn codi\u2019n 18 oed o 1af Medi 2020 ymlaen. I gael hyd i\u2019ch un chi, ewch i "}, {"text_idx": "#000256", "text": "Ydych chi\u2019n chwilio am waith? Yn wynebu diweithdra? Am newid gyrfa"}, {"text_idx": "#000257", "text": "Mae timau Cyflogadwyedd Torfaen wrth law i gynnig cyngor cyflogaeth i chi a\u2019ch helpu chi i: -"}, {"text_idx": "#000258", "text": "Gael mynediad at hyfforddiant i ddatblygu eich sgiliau\nYsgrifennu CV a chwilio am swyddi arlein\nParatoi ac ymarfer ar gyfer cyfweliadau\nCychwyn, neu ddychwelyd i\u2019r gwaith drwy eich cynorthwyo gyda chostau teithio neu ofal plant *"}, {"text_idx": "#000259", "text": "Ffoniwch 01633 647743 neu, cliciwch yma i gwblhau ein ffurflen er mwyn cael galwad ffo\u0302n yn o\u0302l"}, {"text_idx": "#000261", "text": "Cafodd y terfyn incwm isaf ei ddiarddel ym mis Ebrill 2020 a chafodd ei ailgyflwyno o Awst 2021."}, {"text_idx": "#000262", "text": "Os ydych chi'n hunangyflogedig a'ch enillion yn isel, efallai y bydd eich Credyd Cynhwysol yn cael ei gyfrifo ar enillion uwch nag sydd gennych chi. Gelwir hyn yn \u2018terfyn incwm isaf\u2019."}, {"text_idx": "#000263", "text": "Mae'r terfyn incwm isaf wedi'i osod ar lefel yr isafswm cyflog cenedlaethol o ran nifer yr oriau y byddai disgwyl ichi weithio. Mae nifer yr oriau yn dibynnu ar eich amgylchiadau. I lawer o bobl mi fydd yn 35 awr yr wythnos ond os oes gennych anabledd, os oes gennych gyfrifoldebau gofalu, neu'n gofalu am blant, gallai fod yn llai."}, {"text_idx": "#000264", "text": "Os yw eich enillion yn is na'r terfyn incwm isaf, bydd y ffigur terfyn incwm isaf yn cael ei ddefnyddio i gyfrifo'ch budd-dal yn lle eich ffigur enillion."}, {"text_idx": "#000265", "text": "Os ydych chi'n ennill mwy na'r terfyn incwm isaf, bydd eich enillion gwirioneddol yn cael eu defnyddio i gyfrifo'ch budd-dal."}, {"text_idx": "#000266", "text": "Os ydych wedi bod yn masnachu fel person hunangyflogedig ers dros 12 mis ac hefyd yn derbyn Credyd Cynhwysol, dylech ddisgwyl gweld amrywiadau yn eich Credyd Cynhwysol o Awst 2021 ymlaen i adlewyrchu'r newidiadau hyn."}, {"text_idx": "#000268", "text": "Mae\u2019r cymorthfeydd yn cynnig cyngor a chymorth di-duedd ac maen nhw ar gael i fusnesau sy\u2019n bodoli eisoes neu sydd am ddechrau yn Nhorfaen. Dyma gyfle i chi neulltuo slot o 20 munud i sgwrsio am eich busnes a pha gefnogaeth sydd angen arnoch chi. Cliciwch yma am ragor o wybodaeth"}, {"text_idx": "#000269", "text": "Dal i fod eisiau rhwydweithio a hybu eich busnes?"}, {"text_idx": "#000270", "text": "Ymunwch a\u0302 chlwb busnes ffyniannus Torfaen am ddim a hyrwyddwch eich busnes yn ein cyfarfodydd arlein. Rhagor o fanylion "}, {"text_idx": "#000271", "text": "Ydych chi angen gwella eich sgiliau?"}, {"text_idx": "#000273", "text": "O\u2019r dechreuwr pur i rywun sydd eisiau gwella eu sgiliau presennol, mae rhywbeth i bob lefel."}, {"text_idx": "#000275", "text": "Symud at y Cynllun Cadw Swyddi?"}, {"text_idx": "#000276", "text": "Ewch at dudalennau\u2019r Cynllun Cadw Swyddi ar wefan Gov i weld beth allech chi fod a\u0302 hawl iddo. Mae gwefannau eraill sy\u2019n cynnig cyngor cyflogaeth yngly\u0302n a\u0302 diweithdra, gweithio gartref a phensiynau\u2019n cynnwys:"}, {"text_idx": "#000277", "text": "Efallai beth gwybod hawdd ei ddeall a chyfredol ar wefan Martin Lewis Money Expert. Mae\u2019r wefan yn cynnwys nifer o bynciau eraill i ddefnyddwyr hefyd."}, {"text_idx": "#000278", "text": "Gallwch gael hyd i amrywiaeth o gefnogaeth gwaith a hyfforddiant ar wefan Cymru\u2019n Gweithio"}, {"text_idx": "#000279", "text": "Gall Cymru\u2019n Gweithio eich helpu i wella lefelau gwybodaeth mewn meysydd amrywiol, a chefnogi\u2019ch lles meddyliol ar yr un pryd a\u2019ch helpu i baratoi am y dyfodol"}, {"text_idx": "#000280", "text": "Ar wefan Canfod Cymorth Gyrfaoedd Cymru gallwch chwilio am raglenni a all eich helpu i wella\u2019ch sgiliau a chyfleoedd gwaith. Does dim angen i chi fewngofnodi i chwilio ac ni fydd eich atebion yn cael eu storio"}, {"text_idx": "#000281", "text": "Ydych chi wedi derbyn llythyr gorfodaeth neu wedi cael Beili yn cysylltu a\u0302 chi?"}, {"text_idx": "#000282", "text": "Mae Cyngor ar Bopeth yn dweud y dylech fod wedi derbyn llythyr cyn iddyn nhw ymweld er mwyn gwirio a ydych chi\u2019n agored i niwed oherwydd coronafeirws \u2013 dylen nhw hefyd ddilyn canllawiau\u2019r llywodraeth ar gadw pellter cymdeithasol ac ni ddylen nhw gymryd eiddo o\u2019ch cartref."}, {"text_idx": "#000283", "text": "Am ragor o wybodaeth, ewch i neu ffoniwch y llinell gymorth leol ar gyfer Cyngor ar Bopeth i drafod eich amgylchiadau personol a chael y cymorth a chefnogaeth gywir."}, {"text_idx": "#000284", "text": "Rhyddhad treth o weithio gartref"}, {"text_idx": "#000285", "text": "Os ydych chi\u2019n gweithio gartref efallai byddwch yn gallu hawlio rhyddhad treth am rhai o\u2019r biliau y mae\u2019n rhaid i chi eu talu oherwydd bod rhaid i chi weithio gartref yn rheolaidd. Ni allwch hawlio rhyddhad treth os ydych yn dewis gweithio gartref."}, {"text_idx": "#000286", "text": "Cliciwch yma am ragor o wybodaeth am ryddhad treth i gyflogeion sy\u2019n gweithio gartref"}, {"text_idx": "#000288", "text": "Mae cymorth fel y bo'r angen sy'n gysylltiedig a\u0302 materion tai, ar gael i unigolion sy'n byw yn Nhorfaen. Gellir darparu cefnogaeth i'ch cynorthwyo gydag amryw o faterion fel;"}, {"text_idx": "#000289", "text": "Helpu i ddod o hyd i lety addas a sefydlu tenantiaeth\nHelpu gyda chyllidebu, cael hyd i fudd-daliadau a rheoli'ch arian\nCefnogaeth i gael hyd i wasanaethau\nHelp gyda chefnogaeth emosiynol, rheoli iechyd meddwl a chorfforol\nEich helpu chi i deimlo'n ddiogel yn eich cartref a'ch cymuned\nCefnogaeth i gael hyd i addysg, hyfforddiant, gwirfoddoli a chyflogaeth\nCefnogaeth i'ch helpu chi i fod yn iach ac yn actif"}, {"text_idx": "#000290", "text": "Gweler y taflenni atodol i gael mwy o wybodaeth am y gwasanaethau sydd ar gael. Os hoffech ddefnyddio un o'r gwasanaethau hyn neu os oes gennych unrhyw gwestiynau, llenwch naill ai'r ffurflen atgyfeirio sydd ynghlwm neu cysylltwch ag aelod o\u2019r ti\u0302m ar 01495 766949 neu e-bostiwch Gateway@torfaen.gov.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000291", "text": "Os ydych chi'n cael anawsterau gyda'ch cartref, iechyd meddwl neu'n defnyddio sylweddau, beth am alw heibio'n hwb cymunedol i sgwrsio ag aelod o'n ti\u0302m."}, {"text_idx": "#000292", "text": "Bydd y ti\u0302m ar gael ar yr adegau uchod i siarad a\u0302 chi am unrhyw faterion y gallech fod yn eu hwynebu."}, {"text_idx": "#000293", "text": "Os ydych chi dros 18 ac yn byw yn Nhorfaen, gall Gwasanaeth Cymorth Torfaen eich helpu."}, {"text_idx": "#000294", "text": "Efallai bod angen help arnoch i wneud cais am addasiadau i'ch cartref?"}, {"text_idx": "#000295", "text": "Ydych chi'n cael trafferth gyda chyllidebu, hawl i fudd-dal neu ddyledion?"}, {"text_idx": "#000296", "text": "Efallai bod angen help arnoch i lenwi ffurflenni, rheoli'ch cartref neu adeiladu rhwydweithiau cymorth neu rwydweithiau cymdeithasol?"}, {"text_idx": "#000297", "text": "Ydych chi eisiau cyngor ar yrfa, hyfforddiant, addysg neu gyfleoedd gwaith?"}, {"text_idx": "#000298", "text": "Gall y ti\u0302m gynnig help gyda'r pethau hyn a llawer mwy, ac mae'r cyfan oll AM DDIM!"}, {"text_idx": "#000299", "text": "Os hoffech chi drafod ein gwasanaeth cysylltwch a\u0302 ni ar 01633 620480."}, {"text_idx": "#000300", "text": "Adfeddiannu ty\u0302 / troi mas"}, {"text_idx": "#000304", "text": "Bydd gwasanaeth y ti\u0302m cynhwysiant ariannol ar gau ar ddydd Gwener y Groglith a gw\u0302yl banc y dydd Llun."}, {"text_idx": "#000306", "text": "Galwadau lles dros y ffo\u0302n\nYmgyrch llythyrau a darluniau rhyng-genhedlaeth\nPethau cymunedol megis cael batris cymhorthion clyw a thrwsio cymhorthion clyw ac ati\nGwasanaeth dosbarthu prydau bwyd (dydd Mawrth a dydd Iau)\nCwblhau ffurflenni gwneud cais am fudd-daliadau"}, {"text_idx": "#000307", "text": "Angen Gwneud Taliad i Gyngor Torfaen?"}, {"text_idx": "#000308", "text": "Y ffordd gyflymaf a hawsaf o wneud taliad yw trwy ein llinell talu awtomataidd ar 0300 4560516 neu, gallwch wneud taliad ar-lein ."}, {"text_idx": "#000309", "text": "Gallwch hefyd dalu eich treth cyngor, trethi busnes ac anfonebau gan y cyngor trwy ddebyd uniongyrchol. Os ydych chi\u2019n gofyn i gael talu trwy ddebyd uniongyrchol am y tro cyntaf, mae angen i chi gofrestru rhai manylion er mwyn ein helpu i ymateb i\u2019ch cais."}, {"text_idx": "#000310", "text": "Ar gyfer ymholiadau cyffredinol, gallwch siarad a\u0302 swyddog trwy ffonio 01495 762200"}, {"text_idx": "#000311", "text": "Angen gofyn am neu wneud cais am wasanaeth?"}, {"text_idx": "#000312", "text": "Gallwch wneud y rhan fwyaf o\u2019r hyn sy\u2019n gallu cael ei wneud yn ein swyddfeydd ar-lein. Mae ffurflenni ar lein ar gael yn ardal Rhoi gwybod, gofyn neu wneud cais y wefan."}, {"text_idx": "#000313", "text": "Ar gyfer ymholiadau cyffredinol gallwch siarad a\u0302 swyddog trwy ffonio 01495 762200."}, {"text_idx": "#000314", "text": "Gall defnyddwyr wirio\u2019u gweddill rhent 24 awr y dydd o\u2019u ffonau symudol a sefydlu cynllun talu. Lawrlwythwch yr ap o App Store neu Google Play, neu ewch i wefan Bron Afon am ragor o wybodaeth."}, {"text_idx": "#000316", "text": "Sefydlwyd y Prosiect Helpu Teuluoedd i Weithio i gefnogi teuluoedd yn Nhorfaen i wella ansawdd eu bywydau. Mae\u2019r proseict ar agor i deuluoedd yn Nhorfaen sy\u2019n gweithio ac sydd a\u0302 phlentyn/plant o dan 18 oed."}, {"text_idx": "#000317", "text": "Oherwydd llwyddiant diweddar eu Cynlllun Coginio dros yr W\u0302yl, ymgynghorodd Bron Afon a\u2019r rheiny a gymerodd rhan a\u2019r gymuned ehangach ac maen nhw wedi nodi mae bwyta\u2019n iach yn rhad oedd y peth nesaf ar y fwydlen ac maen nhw felly wedi lansio \u2018Ewch ati i Gognio\u2019n Iach\u2019."}, {"text_idx": "#000318", "text": "Y ffordd gyflymaf i ymuno a chymryd rhan yw trwy eu tudalen Helpu Teuluoedd i Weithio - cliciwch ar y botwm i ymuno a chwblhewch ffurflen syml"}, {"text_idx": "#000319", "text": "*Nodwch bod y proseict yma ar gyfer teuluoedd sy\u2019n gweithio sydd a\u0302 phlant o dan 18 oed"}, {"text_idx": "#000320", "text": "Mae Ti\u0302m Cyngor ar Arian Cartrefi Melin yma i roi cefnogaeth i chi ar adeg ansicr fel hon, os ydych chi\u2019n poeni am"}, {"text_idx": "#000321", "text": "Cysylltwch a\u0302 nhw ar 01495 745910 a gofynnwch am gyngor ar arian neu danfonwch e-bost at Claire Pearce-Crawford, Rheolwr Cynghori: moneyadvice@melinhomes.co.uk"}, {"text_idx": "#000322", "text": "Cefnogaeth i rai dros 50"}, {"text_idx": "#000323", "text": "Mae llinell wybodaeth a chyngor Age Connects (gan gynnwys cymorth ar fudd-daliadau \u2013 a chymorth i gwblhau ffurflenni cais) ar gael nawr 10am tan 4pm, dydd Llun i ddydd Gwener trwy ffonio 01495 769264 neu drwy e-bostio: "}, {"text_idx": "#000325", "text": "Ymgyrch lythyrau a lluniau rhwng y cenedlaethau\nMynd ar neges yn y gymuned fel cael batris ar gyfer dyfeisiau cymorth clywed, atgyweiriadau ac ati"}, {"text_idx": "#000326", "text": "Am ragor o wybodaeth, ewch i - "}, {"text_idx": "#000327", "text": "Ydych chi\u2019n ofalwr sy\u2019n bwriadu dychwelyd i\u2019r gwaith?"}, {"text_idx": "#000328", "text": "Cysylltwch ag Age Connects Torfaen I sichrau eich bod chi a\u2019r sawl y r ydych yn gofalu amdanyn nhw\u2019n dawlio pob dim y gallwch Mae Lwfans Gofalwr yn bwysig, Mae\u2019n hanfodol i bobl sy\u2019n edrych ar o\u0302l anwyliaid. Gallech gael \u00a367.25 yr wythnos a derbyn Credydau Yswiriant Gwladol."}, {"text_idx": "#000333", "text": "Mae sesiynau\u2019n codi ta\u0302l fesul awr a maen nhw ar gael o ddydd Llun i ddydd Gwener."}, {"text_idx": "#000334", "text": "I wybod rhagor am y math o weithgareddau sydd ar gael yn y cartref, ffoniwch 01495 769264 neu e-bostiwch "}, {"text_idx": "#000335", "text": "Mae yna nifer o resymau pam y gallech chi, neu rywun yr ydych yn eu hadnabod, fod angen cymorth yn y cartref. Beth bynnag yw\u2019r anhawster, bydd un o\u2019n ti\u0302m cyfeillgar yn eich helpu i greu cynllun gwaith i newid eich sefyllfa, a bydd yn aros i weithio gyda chi am hyd at 12 mis."}, {"text_idx": "#000336", "text": "I gael cefnogaeth, y cyfan sydd angen i chi ei wneud yw ffonio\u2019n ti\u0302m Gateway cyfeillgar ar 01495 766447 neu ewch i "}, {"text_idx": "#000337", "text": "Mae Lwfans Gweini ar gyfer pobl dros 65 yn helpu gyda chostau ychwanegol os oes gennych anabledd digon difrifol i fod angen rhywun i helpu i ofalu amdanoch. Gallech gael incwm ychwanegol o \u00a359.70 neu \u00a389.15 yr wythnos i helpu gyda chymorth personol."}, {"text_idx": "#000338", "text": "Efallai hefyd bod y person sy\u2019n eich helpu yn gymwys i dderbyn Lwfans Gofalwyr unwaith y byddwch wedi cael y Lwfans Gweini. Nid yw Lwfans Gweini yn dibynnu ar brawf moddion \u2013 ni fydd yr hyn rydych yn ei ennill neu faint sydd gennych mewn cynilion yn effeithio eich dyfarniad."}, {"text_idx": "#000339", "text": "Dysgu mwy am Lwfans Gweini a sut i wneud cais"}, {"text_idx": "#000340", "text": "Cyngor, grantiau a chefnogaeth Ynni"}, {"text_idx": "#000341", "text": "Cynnydd yn y Cap Pris Ynni"}, {"text_idx": "#000342", "text": "Ym mis Hydref 2021, bydd y cap prisiau ynni sylfaenol yn codi i \u00a31,277, gan gynyddu costau ynni cartref rhyw \u00a3139 y flwyddyn."}, {"text_idx": "#000343", "text": "Bydd y cap prisiau ar gyfer y rhai sydd a\u0302 mesuryddion rhagdalu hefyd yn cynyddu \u00a3153, o \u00a31,156 i \u00a31,309."}, {"text_idx": "#000344", "text": "Gall Cyngor ar Bopeth Torfaen eich cynorthwyo i arbed arian ar eich biliau ynni a gall eich helpu i weld a ydych yn gymwys i gael cynlluniau i leihau eich costau ynni. Efallai y gallant gynnig bylbiau golau sy'n arbed ynni a hynny am ddim, i helpu i leihau eich biliau."}, {"text_idx": "#000345", "text": "Gwasanaeth cynhwysfawr i helpu pobl i leihau eu biliau ynni trwy newid cyflenwyr, grantiau inswleiddio a defnydd mwy gwybodus yw Cynhesu Cymru ."}, {"text_idx": "#000347", "text": "Cynllun effeithlonrwydd ynni gan y llwyodrarth ym Mhrydain Fawr I daclo tlodi tannwyd a lleihau allyrriadau carbon yw;Rhwymedigaeth Cwmni\u0308iau Ynni (RhCY)."}, {"text_idx": "#000348", "text": "Gallech arbed arian ar eich biliau nwy a thrydan trwy gymryd mantais o\u2019r cynllun hwn, "}, {"text_idx": "#000350", "text": "Rydych chi\u2019n gymwys ar gyfer RhCY os ydych chi\u2019n gwsmer grw\u0302p craidd o flwyddyn 9 o\u2019r cynllun ymlaen o dan y Cynllun Gostyngiadau Cartrefi Cynnes neu eich bod yn derbyn o leiaf un o;r budd-daliadau cymwys. Ewch at y wefan uchod am ragor o wybodaeth."}, {"text_idx": "#000351", "text": "Os oes gennych chi incwm isel, gallech fod yn gymwys i gael gostyngiad yn eich trethi dw\u0302r. Gallwch wneud cais ar-lein yma: "}, {"text_idx": "#000352", "text": "Bydd angen i denantiaid Bron Afon ddefnyddio\u2019r cyfeirnod canlynol: 3489812601"}, {"text_idx": "#000354", "text": "Os ydych chi wedi cael eich effeithio gan Covid-19 ac, o ganlyniad, rydych nawr y n wynebu cyni ariannol neu\u2019n cael trafferth talu\u2019r mesurydd, rydym yn eich cynghori i gysylltu a\u0302\u2019ch cyflenwr ynni yn gyntaf i drafod eich amgylchiadau personol."}, {"text_idx": "#000355", "text": "Gallwch gysylltu hefyd a\u0302 Chronfa Cymorth Dewisol Cymru 0800 859 5924 ac efallai y byddan nhw\u2019n gallu helpu gyda grant bach."}, {"text_idx": "#000356", "text": "Mae rhai cyflenwyr ynni\u2019n cynnig y Disgownt Cartrefi Clyd, sydd werth \u00a3140. I weld a ydych yn gymwys - cysylltwch a\u0302\u2019ch cyflenwr ynni neu ewch ar-lein am fanylion neu ewch at wefan y llywodraeth am ragor o wybodaeth"}, {"text_idx": "#000357", "text": "Mae Cynllun Nyth yn cynnig cyngor di-duedd am ddim ac, os ydych chi\u2019n gymwys, pecyn o welliannau effeithlonrwydd ynni cartref am ddim fel bwyler newydd, gwres canolog neu inswleiddio. Gall hyn ostwng eich biliau ynni a bod o fudd i\u2019ch iechyd a lles."}, {"text_idx": "#000358", "text": "Os ydych chi\u2019n cael trafferth cadw\u2019ch cartref yn gynnes neu ymdopi gyda\u2019ch biliau ynni, ffoniwch ni ar Radffo\u0302n 0808 808 2244"}, {"text_idx": "#000359", "text": "Find more on our website:"}]