Money Matters
This section will provide information on the various benefits and financial support available for children and young people with SEND and also for their parents and carers.
This section will provide information on the various benefits and financial support available for children and young people with SEND and also for their parents and carers.
There are a number of benefits that may be available to support children, young people and their families if they have a special educational need or disability.
Disability Living Allowance for children (DLA) is a tax-free benefit for children under 16 to help with the extra costs caused by long-term ill health or a disability.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a tax-free benefit for people aged 16 or over who have not reached state pension age. It can help with the extra costs caused by long term ill-health or a disability.
You may be able to get Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) if you cannot work because of illness or disability
Carer’s Allowance is extra money to help you look after someone with substantial caring needs
You could also get Carer’s Credit so there will not be any gaps in your National Insurance record if you have to take on caring responsibilities
You can apply for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs) to cover some of the extra costs you have because of a mental health problem, long term illness or any other disability.
You can get the allowances on top of your other student finance. You will not need to repay DSAs.
How much you get depends on your individual needs – not your household income
You can get help with the costs of:
Read about eligibility for this benefit and how to apply