Benefits that could help you

There are a number of benefits available to you but you just do not realise that you are eligible for them. These benefits could help you if you are in financial difficulty.

How to find out if you qualify for benefits

You may be entitled to receive benefits if you are on a low income or have certain costs to meet because of your personal situation.

If any of the following apply to you:

  • you're on a low income (employed or looking for work)
  • you have dependent children
  • you're ill or disabled
  • you're caring for someone
  • you're aged 60 or over
  • you have been bereaved
  • you're pregnant or have recently had a baby

You can check whether you may qualify to receive financial or other support by visiting the direct.gov website or by 
clicking here which takes you to the benefits adviser questionnaire.