Factsheets

Our factsheets break down the complex issues simply and accurately so you get the full picture of the support available and how to get it.

All of our factsheets can be download for free via the links below. 

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Financial issues (UK-wide)

• Carer's Allowance
• Disability Living Allowance
• Personal Independence Payment
• Attendance Allowance
• 'Bedroom tax' – changes to Housing Benefit size criteria
• Help with Council Tax

Community care

• Assessments (separate versions for England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland)
• Coming out of hospital (separate versions for England and Wales)

Housing

• Thinking Ahead: Housing and related care options in later life (co-produced with Care & Repair England)