ESA and free prescriptions

Thrive18

Hi, claiming esa and permitted work, a person with learning disability and downs syndome, are they entitled to free prescriptions?

Pippa_Alumni

Hi @Thrive18, and a warm welcome to the community!

This information is from the Benefits and Work site:

Can I get free prescriptions if I’m on Employment and Support Allowance?
If you qualify for income-related ESA, you automatically qualify for free prescriptions.
If you qualify for contribution based ESA, you might qualify for free prescriptions, depending on what your total household income is or what conditions you need medication for.

If you don't automatically qualify, you can find the HC1 form you need to complete to apply for free prescriptions on this NHS Low Income Scheme page. Hope this helps!

Thrive18

Thanks very much for your help