You do not have to register as disabled in order to get help from social services. But it may help you to get concessions such as reduced fares on public transport, and benefits such as the Daily Living Allowance or working tax credit if you work.
You can register as a disabled person through your social worker, or via our contact centre:
Help and advice about benefits
There are links to comprehensive and detailed advice about benefits for disabled people at the foot of our main benefits page:
What benefits may I be entitled to?
As a registered disabled person you may be entitled to Disability Living Allowance or Attendance Allowance.
You may be able to claim these benefits if you are under 65 and have a long term mental or physical health problem that affects your everyday activities.
Disability Living Allowance is in two parts – the care component and the mobility component. You may be able to get just one component, or both.
If you claim Disability Living Allowance or Attendance Allowance, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) might ask for information from your GP, hospital doctors and health care professionals. If DWP requires that you have a medical examination to prove you are eligible for the allowance, you will be informed by letter. A doctor will arrange to visit your home to carry out the assessment.
Depending on the rate of DLA and AA you receive, below is a list of some of the benefits you may be entitled to.
- Reduced rail fare
- Mobility scheme (help buying or leasing a car)
- Vehicle tax exemption
- Housing benefit
- Council Tax benefit
- Working Tax Credit
- Income Support
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