Understanding benefits and support
Some benefits are means-tested, which means your income and savings affect whether you qualify. These include:
- Council Tax Reduction
- Housing Benefit
- Discretionary Housing Payments
Other benefits are non-means-tested and depend on your personal circumstances, such as:
- Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- Attendance Allowance
These benefits may also give you access to other types of support, such as help with transport, heating or care needs.
Getting the right benefits can help you:
- pay your bills on time
- heat your home
- improve your quality of life
Our aim is to make sure you receive the right support at the right time.