When a person is unable to work their income is generally derived from government welfare benefits. Where a person is unable to manage their own financial affairs an appointee or deputy is appointed to claim these for them, manage an account for them and ensure their living expenses and bills are paid. Where family are unable to undertake this role there are a number of alternatives that can ensure this role is undertake.
For more about managing finances for someone click here.
For more about paying for living expenses when a person is in a supported living setting click here.
For information on Universal Credit click here.
For information on Employment and Support Allowance (ESA). here.
For information on getting the Council Tax exemption click here.
For information on Personal Independence Payment is available here. This also covers Disability Living Allowance
Where a package of support has been commissioned for a person, they may have to contribute to the cost of that care. For more information on this click here.
