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The Independent Living Fund (ILF) provided funds to help disabled people live an independent life - closed to new applications, reviews of existing payments
Financial help if you're disabled - benefits, housing costs, council tax, vehicle tax exemption, TV Licence, motability schemes, VAT relief
There is a wide range of disability-related financial support, including…
Disability Living Allowance for children Disability Living Allowance for…
You’ll need to meet the legal obligations for drivers before you can…
Direct Payments - arranging your own care and services If you’ve been…
Universal Credit You may be able to get Universal Credit if you’re on a…
You can get 50% off the cost of your TV licence if either: you’re…
If you’re disabled or have a long-term illness, you will not be charged…
Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit You may be entitled to get…
You can claim for compensation if while serving in the armed forces: you…
What happens if you become disabled - benefits, your rights, help from your council and your employer's responsibilities
You have rights if you become disabled to protect you from discrimination.…
Your employer cannot discriminate against you because of your disability -…
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) replaces Disability Living Allowance (DLA) - how and when to claim, rates, eligibility.
Guides councils in preparing planning policies on housing for older and disabled people.
Disabled Facilities Grants help towards the costs of making changes to your home so you can continue to live there
Get help at work, including an Access to Work grant, if you have a disability or health condition - eligibility, how to apply.
VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for adults - DLA rates, eligibility, changes because of Personal Independence Payment.
If you're terminally ill and might not live longer than 12 months, you may be able to get some benefits at a higher rate.
On 6 March 2014, the government announced it would close the ILF on 30 June 2015. From 1 July 2015 responsibility for supporting ILF users in England passed to local authorities. Users in Wales will initially have their awards administered...
Find out about protection for disabled people from discrimination at work, in education or dealing with the police
Get help if you have difficulties claiming benefits and pensions because of a disability or health condition.
Help for children under 16 with disabilities - DLA rate, eligibility, how to apply, claim form.
Apply for a High Potential Individual (HPI) visa if you've been awarded a qualification by an eligible university in the last 5 years - eligibility, fees, documents, switch, bring your partner and children
Apply for indefinite leave to remain ('settlement') if you have permission to stay as a refugee, humanitarian protection or Discretionary Leave - fees, who's eligible, family members, how to apply.
A disability premium is extra money if you’re under Pension Credit age and registered blind or getting certain benefits - what you get, eligibility, apply
Find out what support is available to help with the cost of living: income and disability benefits, bills and allowances, childcare, housing and travel.
Get help and extra support when dealing with HMRC if you have additional needs - for example you have a disability or health condition, if English is not your first language or if you’re experiencing domestic abuse or financial hardship.
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