Making the most of your money if you are sick, disabled or a carer

Making the most of your money if you are sick or disabled or a carer

If you are sick or disabled, support is available to help you increase your income.

Check your benefit entitlement

Making sure you are claiming the right benefits is a good way to make sure you have the most money coming in.

There is a full guide to benefits available to people with a disability on GOV.UK. You can also find benefits calculators on GOV.UK.

Help if you regularly spend time caring for someone

Read GOV.UK's guide to benefits and financial support if you're caring for someone.

Support from other organisations

There are also organisations that can offer advice and help you get support:

Citizens Advice

Citizen's Advice offer free, confidential support in person and with some support online. They can also help you understand what travel support is available to you.

Find out more on the Citizens Advice website.

MoneyHelper

MoneyHelper gives free, impartial advice about money and pensions.

If you are sick or disabled and either unable to work or work reduced hours, you can find guidance about support on Money Helper's Illness and disability page.

Council Tax

You can get support with Council Tax in some circumstances. This may include a reduction of your bill, up to 100%.

Support is for residents:

  • on benefits
  • on a low income
  • who are vulnerable

Find out more on our Council Tax webpages.

Page last updated: 9 April 2024

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