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Is there anything else I can claim to help in this situation

I am looking for some advise. My son is disabled and just turned 20. I work 20 hours and I am his carer. I recieved disabled tax credit which has stopped. This is a massive drop in income and I am going to struggle paying my rent. He is now classed as a non dependent although completely dependent on me. He receives full pip award and we use the mobility component for a motability car. Is there anything else I can claim to help in this situation. I think I would actually be better off not doing the 20 hours work . Amy help or advice would be appreciated
Thanks carla
Thanks carla
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A very warm welcome.
Suggest you seek face 2 face advice, from a Welfare Rights Advisor, say your local CAB.
They will be able to undertake a full benefits assessments, for you and your son.
An obvious one that springs to mind, is help with housing costs (rent & council tax).
Do you get Carers Allowance?
Is your son on any means tested benefits?
I would hold on changing your working hours, until you have sought advice.
Please keep us informed.
Hope this helps.
As Antonia says, you should check the Benefits calculator.
There is also information here about tax and benefits for carers that might help.
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I will make an app with citizens advice and see if they can help
Thankyou for replying x