Allowance/benefits etc

Pheather1

Hi Iv been off work now for a few months with my RA just wonder if there are any allowances or benefits etc that would apply to me I’m self employed,and my wife’s retired and now spends most of her time caring for me ,

thanks phill

helpline_team

Hi @Pheather1

Thank you for posting on the Online community, I am sorry to hear that you have been off of work for a few months with your RA. I have included a link to our financial support for people with arthritis which might be helpful for you.  You might also like to contact Turn2us who can discuss eligibility with you, and I’m also wondering if the carers allowance might be applicable to your wife. The Citizens Advice Bureau might also be able to advise.

https://www.gov.uk/carers-allowance

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/living-with-arthritis/financial-support/

https://www.turn2us.org.uk/

Best wishes

Lynda

Helpline Advisor