This is a list of the money and assets that are taken into account when a claim for Universal Credit is being assessed.
This document is an overview of what the Minimum Income Guarantee (MIG) is and the amount of the relevant allowances.
Many people in receipt of an adult social care package who are on benefits will have to make a contribution towards their care package. However, you may be able to offset some or all of your disability related expenses against your contribution.
This workshop is expanding on the financial topics touched on in our All Kinds of Everything workshop. You should note that I am not a financial or legal expert and that as family circumstances are going to vary you may need to consult a solicitor or financial advisor to ensure you have the correct information for your circumstances.
A basic overview based on a Disabled young person in their 20s. I have left out information that is not relevant, or not likely to be relevant, to such a person. Therefore, these notes are not, in any way comprehensive.
A quick overview of what a DWP Appointee is and when you might become one for a disabled young person. DWP stands for Department of Work and Pensions.
Discussing the difference between a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) and a Deputyship.
This is a guide from hft who are on a mission to make lives of learning disabled people better. I regularly refer to their guide to the care act and this guide about money matters is equally good and easy to read.
If your young person was born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011 you might have a Child Trust Fund (CTF) for them. This document is an overview of what is a CTF and how to access the money when your young person turns 18.
A link to easy read guides from Mencap for people supporting a person making an LPA, the person making the LPA and the certificate provider. And a brief explanation about the difference between LPA and deputyship.
Notes written up by Sue Robson from a Renaissance Legal webinar on 11 September 2024 about wills and trusts – these notes have not been checked by Renaissance or any legal expert.
Links to sample forms – the PIP1 form and the actual claim form – PIP2. You can’t print this off – if you want to make a PIP application you need to contact the PIP helpline and request that a form be sent to you.