illness and disability

Have you been off work with a sickness or disability and aren't sure what benefits you can claim? We've broken down everything you need to know.

If you’ve been forced to leave employment, or work reduced hours, because of sickness or disability, there are a number of benefits you can claim. If you’re working, you might be able to claim Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), paid by your employer.

02 May 2024

Personal Independence Payment – an introduction

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit that helps people aged 16 and over with the extra costs of a long-term health condition or disability. It’s gradually replacing Disability Living Allowance (DLA). It’s important to know how to claim it, how you’ll be affected if you already get DLA and how much you might get. […]
 

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02 May 2024

Where can I get help and advice about benefits?

Working out what benefits or tax credits you’re entitled to can be tricky, especially with recent welfare changes. Find out where to get free expert advice online, face-to-face or by calling an advice helpline. What’s in this guide Citizens Advice  How to get access to a food bank  Law Centres  Macmillan benefits advisers for people […]
 

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02 Feb 2024

Disability benefits and entitlements for children

If your child has a disability or long-term health condition, you might be entitled to Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for them as well as other financial support. It’s important to know what disability benefits and entitlements your child might qualify for and how to claim them. What’s in this guide Disability Living Allowance  Personal Independence […]
 

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20 Nov 2023

Funding to adapt your home for accessibility

If you need to make your home more accessible, or you need specialist equipment to help you manage day-to-day tasks more safely and easily, you might be entitled to financial help. What’s in this guide Getting a care needs assessment  Major or minor adaptations  Minor adaptations and equipment – what help is available  Funding major […]
 

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