Benefits are payments from the government that you are entitled to because of your personal or financial situation.
There are many different types of benefit that you or your child (or young person) may be entitled to claim.
The benefits available are:
Carer’s Allowance
Carer’s Allowance is money paid to you if:
- you care for someone more for than 35 hours a week
- that person receives certain benefits
You can find out more about Carer’s Allowance on the GOV.UK website.
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for children
DLA for children can help with the extra costs of looking after a child who:
- is under 16 years old
- has learning or physical disabilities
You can find out more about DLA for children on the GOV.UK website.
Disability premiums
Disability premiums are extra amounts of money added to your benefit payments.
You can find out more about disability premiums on the GOV.UK website.
Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
You can apply for ESA if you have a disability or health condition that affects how much you can work.
You can find out more about ESA on the GOV.UK website.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
PIP can help with extra living costs if you:
- have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability and struggle with everyday tasks
- are over 16 years old
You can find out more about PIP on the GOV.UK website.
Universal Credit
You may get Universal Credit if you are either:
- on a low income out of work
- not able to work
You can find out more about Universal Credit on the GOV.UK website.
Blind Person’s Allowance
Blind Person’s Allowance is an extra amount of income without having to pay tax.
You can find out more about Blind Person’s Allowance on the GOV.UK website.
Council Tax discount
You may be able to apply for a Council Tax discount if you have a disability.
You can find out more about Council Tax discounts on the main Hounslow Council website.
