Benefits help

As a carer, you may be entitled to certain benefits. In this guide, we outline those benefits and explain if you’re eligible and how to apply.

Find out if you're eligible for capped water bills under the WaterSure scheme

A guide to the benefits available if you have a disability or long-term illness or you're caring for someone who does

A guide on the financial and emotional support available to single parents in the UK

A guide to support for mortgage interest, including what it is, who can get it, how much you'll get, whether it will affect your benefits or credit score, and how to apply.

A guide covering the various factors that affect what benefits you can get when you lose your job.

The most common problems you're likely to encounter when applying for universal credit and how to deal with them.

One in three people who could get pension credit don’t claim it. If you’re over state pension age and on a low income, you could be missing out on around £4,000 a year.

How opening a Help to Save account can help boost your savings if you're on a low income, the eligibility criteria and how to apply.

Find out when an IVA might be a suitable option for you, the benefits of an IVA and the things you need to bear in mind, as well as alternatives to an IVA.