Government Benefits That May Help Pay for Care
Depending on your circumstances, you may be entitled to financial support towards the cost of care.
Attendance Allowance
Eligibility Criteria:
- State Pension age or older
- Need help with personal care or supervision because of illness or disability
- Have needed help for at least six months (unless terminally ill)
- Normally live in the UK
Attendance Allowance has two payment rates depending on the level of care required.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Aged 16 years or over and below State Pension age
- Have a long-term physical or mental health condition
- Experience difficulties with daily activities or mobility
- Have had these difficulties for at least three months and expect them to continue for at least nine months
PIP consists of a Daily Living Component and a Mobility Component.
Carer’s Allowance
Eligibility Criteria:
- Care for someone at least 35 hours per week
- Be aged 16 or over
- Meet earnings requirements
- The person you care for receives a qualifying disability benefit
NHS Continuing Healthcare
Eligibility Criteria:
- Significant and ongoing health needs
- Complex medical requirements
- Assessment demonstrating a primary health need
Funding is not dependent upon savings, income, or property.
Local Authority Care Funding
Eligibility Criteria:
- A Care Needs Assessment identifies eligible care needs
- A Financial Assessment demonstrates eligibility for support
- Individual savings and assets fall below the local authority threshold
Direct Payments
Eligibility Criteria:
- Eligible for local authority-funded social care
- Willing and able to manage the payments independently or with support
Direct Payments give individuals greater control over arranging their own care and choosing their preferred care provider.
Eligibility rules can change and every situation is different — our team can help you understand which benefits may apply to you.
Unsure what you qualify for?
Our team can guide you through the benefits and funding available.