Financial Matters

It is important to claim the benefits and allowances that you are entitled to. Each individual has different circumstances so seek advice from an independent and knowledgeable source such as an advocate or the Citizens Advice Bureau (Southend Citizens Advice Bureau 01702 610610)

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Council Tax     Looking after someone : a guide to carers’ rights and benefits
Carers UK is here to make sure carers know about their rights and the help available to them.  They have produced a guide setting out  what rights carers have and how they can get them.  
Download a copy of the Carers UK booklet by clicking this link
 
Attendance Allowance  

Direct Payments
Download the Council's Home Care/Day Services and Community Support charges leaflet by clicking here
When does the NHS pay for care?

There are now new regulations concerning eligibility for NHS Funded Care
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click here to download a leaflet from Age Concern explaining it..

South Essex Advocacy for Older People
181 London Road, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 1PW  01702 340 566
The service has a Dementia Advocate, Sarah Swain, she is contactable on the above number.
   
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Click here to find more information about being a carer.                        To contact the site, click here

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