Parkinson's UK Take Control Grants
Parkinson's UK Take Control Grants are currently available in 4 carefully chosen areas of the UK to help people affected by Parkinson's improve their lives.
These are:
- Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire
- London South (including Richmond and Hounslow)
- Northern Ireland
- Yorkshire and Humber
People affected by Parkinson's in these areas can apply for a grant of up to £1,500. This can be used to buy things that will improve their quality of life or to help them access activities to improve their well-being.
From January 2019, we plan to make Take Control Grants available to people affected by Parkinson's throughout the UK.
We've launched Take Control Grants to replace our Mali Jenkins Fund which was suspended in 2014.
Who can apply
People with Parkinson's or other forms of progressive parkinsonism. Carers who aren't paid for their caring role are also eligible to apply for a grant. We don't count Carer's Allowance as being paid.
We're committed to offering grants to people affected by Parkinson's who are in the greatest financial need. To apply for a Take Control Grant your total household savings must be less than £16,000.
What we fund
|
| Maximum grant | Maximum household savings |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical items* | £500 | £16,000 |
| Respite care* | £1,000 | £16,000 |
| Specialist equipment or home adaptation* | £1,500 | £16,000 |
| Activities | £250 | £16,000 |
*limited to one application per household
What we don't fund
We don't fund long-term financial commitments or daily living costs. We will not consider applications to fund items that you've already paid for, or committed to paying for.
We don't fund items or respite where funding should be available from the government or from your local authority.
How to apply for a Take Control Grant
Please download, complete and return the application form below.
If you have any questions email grants@parkinsons.org.uk or call us on 020 7963 3785.
Find another grant
Take a look at the Turn2us Benefits Calculator and Grants Search for information about other sources of grant funding for people affected by Parkinson's.
Helpline and local advisers
Our helpline and Parkinson's local advisers are here to answer any questions you have about Parkinson's, including grants.
Call us on 0808 800 0303.