Money Matters

An Attendance Allowance is one of the two main benefits available for disabled people. It is tax-free and is not means tested so that receiving it...

The feature explains what a Carer's Allowance is, who is eligible to receive it, how to claim it and how much money they will receive each week. The...

The article explains the different components and levels of the tax-free and non means-tested benefit, Disability Living Allowance. It details the...

The article explains that most NHS treatments are free of charge but that fees can be demanded for some services and prescriptions. It describes the...

If you fall ill or have a disability that stops you from being employed and if you are of working age, you may be able to claim Incapacity Benefit....

Income Support is a benefit available to people who have a low income. Many carers fall into this category after having given up their paid...

It is estimated that more than two billion pounds is left unclaimed by people over 60 years of age. A large proportion of this money is made up of...

There have always been people who stay at home to look after a loved one who is either no longer able to live independently, or who was born with a...

We all need a break every now and then that offers the chance to get away from our daily routine. This is the same for you and also for the loved...

The article describes conditions under which a Living Will may be appropriate and what it may contain. It explains how one is drawn up and that it...