Money, grants and benefits
If you have Parkinson's or care for someone who does, you might be worried about how you'll manage financially. But there's support available, so it's important to find out what you're entitled to.
Disability benefit reviews and reassessments are suspended for 3 months from Tuesday 24 March. This temporary measure is to ensure that benefits continue during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
To find out more, visit the GOV.UK website.
What we’re fighting for during the coronavirus crisis
We’re supporting and sticking up for people with Parkinson’s.
Health, social care, and benefits must meet your needs. Right now, it’s clear that not everyone’s needs are being met. So, we're listening to your concerns and experiences, and we're talking to the relevant governments and organisations. We demand they take action, to make sure you’re treated fairly.
To find out what benefits and grants you're entitled to, you can:
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Read our information about the different types of benefits available, using the links above, or by downloading our general benefits information (PDF, 122KB)
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Call our helpline on 0808 800 0303 or contact your Parkinson's local adviser
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Use the online Turn2us Benefits Calculator and Grants Search Tools to check what you can claim.
You can also contact:
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The Department for Work and Pensions, or the Social Security Agency in Northern Ireland
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Your local authority welfare rights office
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Citizens Advice
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Disability Rights UK.
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Benefits and Parkinson's
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Universal Credit
Over the next few years, Universal Credit will replace 6 existing means-tested benefits with a single monthly payment.
Personal Independence Payment
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) has replaced Disability Living Allowance for people between the ages of 16 and State Pension age. If you are State Pension age or over and have care or supervision needs, you may be able to claim Attendance Allowance instead.
Employment and Support Allowance
You may be eligible for Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) if your ability to work is limited because of ill health or disability.
Helpline and local advisers
Our helpline and Parkinson's local advisers are here to answer any questions you have about money, grants and benefits.
Call us on 0808 800 0303.