Debt Advice & Information

Professional debt advice is hard to come by but here at Welcome Solutions – The Debtsorters, we offer completely impartial debt advice and Information. You don’t have to use managed account debt solution for us to help, if it’s a form that you need filling in or just general advice, then give us a call and we will be glad to help.

Here are a few areas that you may like to investigate in getting help to reduce the pressure on your finances.

Claiming benefits can be a complicated and daunting process, so it is important not to give up and keep pushing forward in finding out what is available and what you should be in receipt off.

There are various circumstances that could affect the benefits that you receive, for example, getting married, moving house or getting a new job. If your situation changes it is important to tell the Jobcentre Plus or your benefits officer so they can make sure you continue to receive the right advice and Information.

What next?

• Visit the Directgov website for more advice and information on how changes in your circumstances can affect the benefits you receive.
• Get in touch with Jobcentre Plus to report a change to your circumstances.

If you think a decision is wrong you can appeal

If you think a decision about benefits is wrong you can request a review or appeal.

• Find out more about the appeal process on the Directgov website

Find out about other sources of support

In addition to benefits and assessments, there are other sources of support available for families with children with a learning disability.

The Social Fund can provide lump sums of money, grants or loans to people under certain circumstances.

• The Independent Living Fund provides financial support for disabled people to allow them to live more independently.
• The Family Fund provides grants to families in the UK caring for severely disabled children.