Disability Care

Financial support and practical resources for families caring for disabled relatives. Articles cover benefits, respite funding, and managing caring responsibilities.

A Guide to Employing a Carer

Employing a professional carer means taking on employer responsibilities like writing job descriptions, conducting interviews and handling payroll properly.

Carers and Council Tax

Find out if you qualify for Council Tax reduction or exemption as a carer and what living arrangements and benefit requirements apply.

Claiming Disability Living Allowance for Your Child

Get financial help for your disabled child through Disability Living Allowance, including care and mobility support.

Coping with the Stress of Caring for a Disabled Spouse

Caring for a disabled spouse takes a real health toll—here's how to protect your own wellbeing while supporting your partner.

Employing a Carer

Hiring a carer to stay independent at home involves choosing between the council, an agency or finding someone yourself, plus understanding how to pay for it.

Financial Help for Carers

Check what financial support you can get as a carer, including Carer's Allowance, direct payments and Income Support.

Going Into Sheltered Housing

Sheltered housing lets older people live independently with support available, offering an alternative to moving into a care home.

Help for the Families of Disabled Children

Parents of disabled children often face extra costs, but you might be missing out on benefits like Disability Living Allowance and Carer's Allowance.

Paying for Care Assistance

When you're caring for someone, various funding options can help you pay for the extra support and breaks you need.

Pensions and Carers

Carers can still build state pension entitlement even if they're not working through Additional State Pension and Home Responsibilities Protection schemes.

Q and A: Long Term Care

Find answers to common questions about long-term care costs, your home, and choosing between nursing homes and residential care.

Respite Assistance Availability and Funding

Respite care offers temporary residential support to help you recover or give carers a break, with funding available through your local authority.

Visual Impairment: Know Your Rights

Registering as visually impaired unlocks access to disability benefits, tax relief and travel discounts you're entitled to claim.