Would we be entitled to anything if I finished work for a while?

garyhamer
garyhamer Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited April 2022 in Benefits and income
Hiya I have a 1, year old with various complex issues and has a 10 month delay and is peg fed we getting disability payments but was wondering if I was to finish work for a while could I be entto anything my wife currently gets carers but getting bit much doing on own and have an 8 year old
Many thanks 

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  • Alex_Alumni
    Alex_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,536 Championing
    Hello @garyhamer and welcome to the community. Thanks for reaching out :) 

    I'm not too sure whether or not you'd be entitled to any other benefits as it's not my area of expertise, but I'm sure our members can share their thoughts with you. 

    The best advice I can offer is to have a look at the benefit calculator from Turn2Us, visit Citizens Advice or AdviceLocal to see if they can assist you in finding an answer.

    If there's anything that's not clear please do say, and I hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend.

    Alex
  • Alex_Alumni
    Alex_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,536 Championing
    Hello @garyhamer I'm sorry no one else has been able to respond to your query since last month. How are things at the moment?

    I wonder, have you looked into whether self referring for a needs assessment might be an option for you? If you're having trouble coping day to day, you may be able to get your support needs reviewed. 

    Let me know if we can help with anything further, or if there's anything I've missed :)
  • calcotti
    calcotti Online Community Member Posts: 10,000 Championing
    garyhamer said:.. I was to finish work for a while could I be entto anything ..
    Gary, could you give more information about what benefits you are currently claiming. Who is your wife getting the Carer's Allowance for?