If you are an unpaid caregiver receiving specific benefits from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), you may qualify for a one-time payment of £300. Herefordshire Council is administering this payment as part of the Household Support Fund program, which is funded by the DWP. Each council determines the type of assistance provided, such as one-time payments or vouchers for supermarkets or energy, and sets the eligibility criteria.
Residents of Herefordshire who are unpaid caregivers with low incomes and provide over 35 hours of care per week may be eligible for the £300 payment if they meet certain criteria. To apply for the payment, individuals must contact organizations like Carers Links, Age UK Wyvern, Dementia Matters Here(fordshire), Crossroads Together, or Citizens Advice Bureau for a referral. Additionally, households relying on high-energy medical equipment may qualify for a one-time £250 payment from Herefordshire Council, with self-referral or referral by a healthcare professional, support worker, social prescriber, or social worker.
For individuals outside Herefordshire, it is recommended to check their local council’s website to explore potential assistance options. The Household Support Fund is set to close on March 31, so prompt action is necessary. For instance, Solihull residents could receive up to £500 in support to clear water and energy debts, provided they meet certain income and savings criteria. Similarly, Rotherham residents may be eligible for £250 assistance this winter if they have limited monthly income after essential expenses and meet specific requirements. Only one application per household is permitted for the Rotherham funding.
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