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not sure if I can get an allowance

carnap1
carnap1 Member Posts: 5 Listener
edited April 2017 in Benefits and financial support
I am 69 and suffer from Arthritis and Fibromyalgia. I am in constant pain but not sure if I can get an allowance so that I can employ a cleaner. My car is getting older and I would like to get on mobility to allow me to get out and about. I cannot get out without it as my feet are so painful and stop me walking far. Can anyone point me in the right direction please?
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  • Alex
    Alex Scope Posts: 1,305 Pioneering
    Hi @Carnap1,

    Welcome to the community. Do you claim any benefits at the moment?

    Scope has a benefits checker which will help you find what you might be entitled to:
    http://www.scope.org.uk/support/disabled-people/benefits/check


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  • Nystagmite
    Nystagmite Member Posts: 596 Pioneering
    You'd have to be under 65 to get the mobility allowance.
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  • carnap1
    carnap1 Member Posts: 5 Listener
    Thank you for your help. U will check out the calculator. Is there any way I can get on mobility, it doesn't seem fair when I have not claimed previously because I managed the pain aa best I could. I know a lot of people who are nowhere near in as much pain as I am.
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  • Alex
    Alex Scope Posts: 1,305 Pioneering
    If you aren't able to get financial help - you still might be able to get help with housework from voluntary groups.

    Here's the info from Age UK

    Most local councils don’t provide support if you just need a helping hand with your housework, gardening or shopping.

    Contact a local voluntary organisation such as your local Age UK or the Royal Voluntary Service to see whether they may be able to provide services for you.

    It may still be a good idea to get an assessment by your local council to discuss your options, even if they are not able to help with these tasks.


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