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Wednesday, 3 October 2023

Disabled people

Disabled People

Other benefits and support

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Premiums for disabled people

If you are disabled and receive Income Support, you may qualify for a premium on top of the basic personal allowance

Armed Forces Compensation Scheme

If you were injured or disabled through serving in Her Majesty's Armed Forces on or after 6 April 2023

War Disablement Pension (money, tax and benefits section)

If you were injured or disabled through serving in Her Majesty's Armed Forces before 6 April 2023

Diffuse mesothelioma payment

If you have the asbestos-related disease diffuse mesothelioma, you may be able to claim a one-off lump sum payment

Constant Attendance Allowance (money, tax and benefits section)

If you receive Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit or War Disablement Pension

Vaccine Damage Payment (money, tax and benefits section)

If you are disabled as a result of a vaccination against certain diseases

Severe Disablement Allowance (money, tax and benefits section)

Since April 2001 it has not been possible to make a new claim for this

The Independent Living Fund (money, tax and benefits section)

Help with personal and domestic care costs if you are severely disabled

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