Health & Care Costs

Check if you or your family may be entitled to benefits for those experiencing illness or disability. 

• Personal Independence Payment (PIP) (for adults under state retirement age), Attendance Allowance (for those over state retirement age), and Disability Living Allowance (DLA) (for children under 16, for new claims) are not means-tested. The assessment considers the way that your health conditions affect your daily living and mobility needs.
• Receiving these benefits may increase entitlement to other benefits such as Pension Credit and Council Tax Support.
• Seek advice if you are already claiming a disability benefit such as DLA for adults, as your award will stop if you claim PIP instead.
• If you’re too unwell to work, you may be entitled to New Style Employment and Support Allowance and/or Universal Credit with Limited Capability for Work or Work Related Activity.