Days out and leisure
Many cinemas, theatres, attractions and heritage sites give a free ticket to someone who comes with you to help. A few cards make it easy to prove.
Disability support
There is a lot of extra help for disabled people and carers beyond benefits: free and cheaper health care, travel concessions, free carer tickets, money off bills, equipment and support at work. Much of it is not well known.
Help for carers
If you look after someone who is ill, disabled or older, you are a carer. You have rights, and there is money and practical help available.
Help with NHS health costs
Many people can get free or cheaper prescriptions, eye tests, glasses, dental care and travel to hospital. It depends on your age, health, income and benefits.
Home adaptations and equipment
From grab rails to stairlifts, there is help to adapt your home and get the equipment you need, often for free.
Money off bills
Living with a disability often costs more. These schemes can bring your household bills down.
Travel and getting around
From parking closer to where you need to be, to cheaper train fares and free bus travel, there is a lot of help to make getting around easier.
Work and study
There is practical and financial help to start, stay in or return to work, and to study at college or university.
Free self-check
NHS health costs check
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