Money & Law

There are a range of other benefits that families may be able to access depending on their circumstances. See the link for more information.

A new benefit called personal independence payment is replacing disability living allowance (DLA) for adults aged 16-64. Initially it only applies to those making a new claim but from October 2013 it is.....

There are two tax credits: Working tax credit (WTC) - a means-tested tax credit for working people on low incomes. Child tax credit (CTC) - a means-tested tax credit for people with children

How much money you get depends on how much help you need.

How should I go about completing my DLA form?

If you’re raising a disabled or seriously ill child, you might be eligible for a grant from the Family Fund.

If you have an autistic child, you’ll know just how much of a financial strain it can put on the family. Managing to live with a disabled loved one is altogether different from struggling to make ends meet. Check out Charitable Grants.

If you are the parent of a disabled child, you may be worrying about fuel bills more than most this winter. We've put together some advice and information to help your family stay warm.

HomeCareDirect provide a national service and we are proud to be helping hundreds of individuals nationwide to live independently in their own home and direct their own support.

Independence at Home is a charity that provides grants to people of all ages who have a physical or learning disability or long term illness and who are in financial need.

Information on your entitlements

Why is it important to manage my money?

Find out about what benefits may be available to you if you are an autistic adult, young person, or what may be available for your child if you are a parent or carer.

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is the benefit for people who cannot work or have a limited ability to work because of a disability or health condition.

Here we give details of sources of financial help towards home adaptations or equipment for an individual who has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This can be help from your local authority or from a charitable trust.

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit for working age people who have a disability or long-term health problem and have difficulty or need help with daily living activities and/or getting about.

Universal Credit (UC) is a new benefit for people aged between 18i and pension credit age including people who are carers, parents, people in work, people looking for work and people who cannot work due to their condition or disability.

Over the past few years the government has made a number of changes to the current benefit and tax credits system. Together these amount to the biggest shake up of the benefits system in generations.

PIP replaces DLA and has a Daily Living component and a Mobility component.

Useful contacts regarding money issues

The Advocacy and Appeals Service offers free, confidential and impartial advice on benefits appeals. We can help when you have been refused benefits such as Disability Living Allowance, Personal Independence Payment, Attendance Allowance, Employment

DIAL groups are Disability Information and Advice Line services (DIALs) run by and for disabled people. Every year, the network of DIALs help around half a million disabled people.

There are some huge savings that you should be making, but if you don’t know utility companies and government schemes ​exist it’s going to be very difficult to apply.

Find Benefits and Grants - You could be missing out on financial help available to you through welfare benefits or grants. Our free and easy-to-use Benefits Calculator and Grants Search tools can help you check what you might be abl...

Financial assistance may be available to you from benefits depending on your particular circumstances. Our Benefits Calculator can help you check your entitlement.....

In the United Kingdom, millions of pounds in benefits is left unclaimed every year. A staggering amount of people could greatly benefit from this help.

Why is it relevant to me?

For many parents of disabled children it's very difficult to think about paid employment, particularly if your child needs a lot of care. In this section, we give you information and advice on working and childcare.

Special Educational Needs Law in England. Exceptional specialist understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014 to support you in your application for a Statutory Assessment.

HomeCareDirect provide a national service and we are proud to be helping hundreds of individuals nationwide to live independently in their own home and direct their own support.

IPSEA is a national charity providing free legally based advice to families who have children with special educational needs. All our advice is given by trained volunteers.

SEN and disability law - When we talk about SEN and disability law, we are referring to the law in England which protects the rights of children and young people with SEN and disabilities to access the best possible educational and other outcomes.

An open & honest approach to law clear & straightforward advice

Useful contacts for Legal Help

SEN4You is a a specialist service provided by Baker Small Solicitors. They provide advice & legal support to parents & carers who are in dispute with their local authority in respect of the provision made for their child with SEN.

Sometimes children may have greater difficulties either because of a learning disability or because of some other problems with school. We can help you to find the right solution for your child and family, and ensure that your child receives the e...

Advocates and lawyers can help you make sure your child gets the medical and educational support they need. They can offer confidential advice, help you make a complaint, speak up on your behalf, and support your child’s needs and rights.

What laws are there about autism?

Autism and the criminal justice system

A list of legal advisers with experience of autism, along with links to several useful websites.