Can my daughter who left University because of my health return

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happyfella

My daughter went to University but she did not finish her course which was down to myself.

She was so worried about my condition that she started to jump classes to look after me. She left in her second year of university which has always made me feel guilty.

I would love her to return and she would love to return but we need advice.

During her time at university she also found out that she had dyslexia which did not help.

She would love to return in September although she does not know if she wants to finish her course or start again on a new course.

She is still paying her student loan off. But, i would like to know if there is any financial help for her. She is 30 and lives at home to look after me.

Also i would like to know the process of her applying to go back to university, and any help she could receive.

By going back to university it would open her career options and help her to get a better job.

L_Volunteer

Hello @happyfella. Thanks for reaching out to us. I always appreciate how much courage it can take to reach out.

In terms of wanting to go to university with dyslexia, your daughter might be eligible for Disabled Student Allowance. This would depend on how dyslexia affects her though.

The Government defines Disabled Student Allowance as:

"Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) is support to cover the study-related costs you have because of a mental health problem, long term illness or any other disability.
This can be on its own or in addition to any student finance you get.
The type of support and how much you get depends on your individual needs - not your household income.
You do not need to pay back DSA."

Additionally, I am wondering if your daughter would self-identify as a carer? If so, additional funding might be available through the university she wishes to attend. It might be worth contacting them to see what they can offer. UCAS has more information about this.

With regards to not knowing what she wants to study, it might be worth her weighing up the pros and cons and considering what she enjoys and her strengths and what she wants to do long-term.

If your daughter went to university, would you have the support and care you need and deserve or is this something you would like support with accessing?

I hope you find this at least semi-helpful. Please feel free to keep us in the loop, we are all here for you. You don't have to face this, or anything else, alone if you don't want to