Caring for children and young people with a special education need or disability can have an impact on family finances. You may be eligible for financial support. Find out about the financial support and advice that is available to you in Wolverhampton. If you are not sure where to start, you can seek advice from one of the providers on this page.

Direct payments

An assessment will be needed with Disabled Children and Young People's Team or Adults social care for Physical and sensory disabilities service to see if you may be eligible for provision social care offer through direct payments.

Benefit support

Benefits such as DLA, PIP, Universal Credit, Carer’s Allowance and more.

Support for managing your money

Support such as budget tool, benefit calculator, money advice and more.

Cost of Living Support

Find out about useful links and tips on where and how to find cost of living support across Wolverhampton city.

Department for Work and Pensions

Government guidance for looking for work or once employed, benefits and pensions included.

Wolverhampton Citizens Advice

Free independent advice for all about their rights.