Benefits and Eligibility Criteria

There may be financial help available to help you with the cost of having a baby or bringing up a child.

If you are working but on a low income or have a disability/long term health condition, you may qualify for certain benefits.

If you a pensioner or approaching pension age you may qualify for certain benefits.

If you or a member of your family are affected by cancer, you may qualify for certain benefits.

If you are sick, disabled or caring for someone who is, you may qualify for certain benefits.

If you have suffered a loss, you may be entitled to benefits, and help with the cost of the funeral.

There may be other forms of help available.

Finding out about which benefits you could get and how to claim them can often be complicated.