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The Independent Living Fund (ILF) provided funds to help disabled people live an independent life - closed to new applications, reviews of existing payments
Guides councils in preparing planning policies on housing for older and disabled people.
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for adults - DLA rates, eligibility, changes because of Personal Independence Payment.
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is being replaced by other benefits. If…
If you were born on or before 8 April 1948, you’ll continue to get DLA as…
You can no longer apply for DLA. Check what other benefits you could apply…
Help for children under 16 with disabilities - DLA rate, eligibility, how to apply, claim form.
Financial help if you're disabled - benefits, housing costs, council tax, vehicle tax exemption, TV Licence, motability schemes, VAT relief
What happens if you become disabled - benefits, your rights, help from your council and your employer's responsibilities
Get help at work, including an Access to Work grant, if you have a disability or health condition - eligibility, how to apply.
On 6 March 2014, the government announced it would close the ILF on 30 June 2015. From 1 July 2015 responsibility for supporting ILF users in England passed to local authorities. Users in Wales will initially have their awards administered...
Contact information for queries about claims that have been made for Disability Living Allowance, Personal Independence Payment and Attendance Allowance
Get help and extra support when dealing with HMRC if you have additional needs - for example you have a disability or health condition, if English is not your first language or if you’re experiencing domestic abuse or financial hardship.
Get help if you have difficulties claiming benefits and pensions because of a disability or health condition.
If you're under 18, you cannot usually rent your own home, but you'll be on the priority list for council housing - your rights and what happens if you want to leave home
Disabled Students' Allowance is extra money for higher education students - DSA1 forms, eligibility, how to apply, needs assessment.
You can apply to Access to Work to get money for communication support at a job interview.
A compensation scheme for veterans for any injury or illness which has been caused by or made worse by their service in His Majesty's Armed Forces.
You must tell DVLA if you're deaf and have a bus, coach or lorry licence - download the correct form to let them know
Information and useful services for independent living for veterans.
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