East Cheshire Hospice is reminding the public of the availability of its charity shops as a possible way of dealing with the cost of living crisis.
The charity is aware customers have less to spend on clothes and other items because of the sharp rise in energy prices.
It is therefore inviting the community to grab a bargain by visiting one of its four shops.
The Hospice has stores at Chestergate and Thornton Square, plus outlets in Poynton and Handforth.
Lindsay McDonald, manager of the East Cheshire Hospice shop on Chestergate.
Commercial manager Louise Delany said: “Times are tough for people and we’re well aware of that.
It won’t be easy to afford things like clothing, furniture and electricals in the same way.
“So perhaps it is timely to remind customers that we have some great offers available, both in our shops and online at our Facebook pages.
“We’re lucky to receive some wonderful donations – from sofas to designer clothing, to homeware and electricals. You really could kit out your whole house with items from our shops.
“By buying from us, our customers are also helping care for patients with life-limiting illnesses.
It’s also worth remembering that recycling goods is also good sustainable practice.”
At the same time, the Hospice itself is having to closely monitor its own energy costs with its premises on Millbank Drive and the four shops facing steep price hikes in future.
The Hospice reopened its Chestergate shop in May, a move that has proved popular with customers.
The shop is managed by Lindsay McDonald.