What can I claim that I'd still be able to clain when I get a job?

BrianMcFaddenfan07

I have been told by my key worker that there are benefits that I can claim and still be able to claim them when I start work, but I can't remember which ones she said. 
I have been diagnosed with pcos, depression, type 2 diabetes.
Ive tried looking up the different benefits that I may be able to claim, but I'm not sure which ones I am entitled to claim and how to get the help I need to fill the forms in and what if any evidence I will need to send with the forms.
I get really confused with filling in benefits forms as I'm worried about making mistakes on the forms. 

poppy123456

I'm sure i've read in a previous thread of yours that you and your partner are currently claiming UC, is this correct? If so then UC has replaced all other benefits such as tax credits, Income Related ESA/JSA and Income Support.

Therefore other than disability benefits such as PIP (which are not based on working anyway) and council tax reduction are the only other 2 benefits possible to claim.

You can claim UC and work.

calcotti

Universal Credit is potentially payable to anyone on a low income regardless of whether they are working or not provided they do not have capital over £16,000.  The amount payable depends on your circumstances and how much income you have.
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/universal-credit/

If you have difficulty carrying out specific activities you may be eligible for PIP

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/pip/

What do you live off at the moment?

Is your key worker able to put you in touch with somebody or an organisation that can help you claim benefits?

BrianMcFaddenfan07

Myself and my fiance claim UC as my fiance works part-time. 
I can't remember when I'm next seeing my key worker. I'd have to check the calendar on my phone. 

poppy123456

As i thought. As you're already claiming UC then you are claiming the correct benefits. As advised, people can work and claim UC. Any earnings that you and/or your partner receive each month will reduce your UC by 55% if you don't have the work allowance.

If you do start working you'll need to report a change of circumstances and tell them you're working. The more earnings you and your partner receive each month the less UC you'll be entitled to.

Puja

@BrianMcFaddenfan07 hiya so depending on what benefits (if any)
you’re currently getting
its best to do a calculator as suggested above ⬆️ 

but with certain benefits like UC or IR (old style) ESA
you can get disability/work capability premiums (if you are assessed and they think you’re disability affects your ability to work, on top of the basic rate)  

also if you’re getting PIP
depending on the rate/points
potentially : 
-a disability travel pass,
-car tax reduction 
-blue badge too
see here for more details 

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/pip/before-claiming/extra-help-pip-entitles-you-to/

also depending on your disabilities and how it affects you daily, if you have had a social care assessment?
 (via adult social care at local council)
you might be eligible for funding for care/PA and/or some free independent living aids for mobility loaned out to you or rails installed etc by council /physiotherapist team. 

https://www.gov.uk/financial-help-disabled

and some local disability/health based charities have projects or activities and potentially grants for things like wheelchairs and council govt grants potentially for disability removed or cost of living, support eg fuel vouchers etc
again means tested for those who are struggling most. 

hope that helps you 🙂

Puja

In terms of the forms there shouf be someone who will be able to help with forms
it should be listed on local council website 

Otherwise
citizens advice or welfare rights or a local disability organisation might have someone who can help you? 

Good luck 👍🏽

calcotti

Puja said:

@BrianMcFaddenfan07 hiya so depending on what benefits (if any)
you’re currently getting 

OP has said they are getting UC.