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Benefits and finances

Our benefits and entitlements section provides helpful information about the main state benefits and entitlements available to people who are ill or disabled. There’s also help for family and carers, and information on how to top up your benefits and have your needs assessed.

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If you’re looking after someone who has a disability or health condition you may be able to claim Carer’s Allowance.

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If you’re living with a terminal illness, your claim for certain benefits might be fast-tracked and paid at the highest rate.

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Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is for people whose ability to work is limited by ill health or disability.

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A lot of our information is available in print. And we produce some of our most popular content in Welsh.

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Talk to other people who are living with or caring for someone who has a terminal illness and share your experiences.

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Organisations across the UK that provide useful services for people living with a terminal illness, their family, friends and carers.