Help with social care costs

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Personal budget This is available to children and young people with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP). It can be spent on education, social, and health care services. 
Personal budgets for adult social care People who are eligible for Adult Social Care support, get a personal budget. This helps you to choose and pay for your own care and support.
Carers allowance For people over 16 who spend at least 35 hours a week looking after someone who needs significant care and support.
Carers wellbeing fund  This provides small grants for carers to help improve their health and wellbeing. It can be used to pay for things such as breaks, gym memberships, items for an activity, household items and more
Carers break personal budget This might be offered after a carers assessment. It can help carers get replacement care, respite, temporary replacement care or a carer's break. 
Attendance allowance Helps with extra costs if you have a disability and need somebody to look after you. It can be used to pay for personal care or help to keep you safe.
Child benefit  Child Benefit is a monthly payment made to anyone bringing up a child or a young person.
Disability living allowance  A benefit for those who have a disability that means you need help to look after yourself or problems moving around.
Family Fund Support for Families with Disabled Children (SFDC) Apply for items that will help meet your child’s additional support needs and make family life easier.  This includes kitchen appliances, clothing, bedding sensory toys, tablets, laptops, or even a much-needed family break. 
Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on April 10th 2026
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