How to make money if you suddenly become disabled

Penny Batchelor

20th Nov 2024

Reading Time: 5 minutes

Updated 20/11/2024

It’s important to reassess how you’re make money if you suddenly become disabled. You may be able to do what you’ve always done, or your change in circumstances could force a change in career.

Thinking about money might be the last thing you want to do when you suffer a life changing event. But eventually you will need to consider your options. Then work out how long-term sickness and disability will affect your finances and what help you may be eligible to.

It is also worth noting that being disabled can add an average of £1010 a month to living expenses in some cases – so you need to find ways to make more than when you’re working sometimes.

Here is our advice:

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If your partner or any other relative has had to give up their job to look after you, is over 16 and cares for you more than 35 hours a week, then they may be eligible to claim Carer’s Allowance.

If you’re struggling to pay bills such as rent, mortgage or utilities then let the relevant companies know as soon as possible. They may be able to help with a repayment plan or put you on a reduced tariff. Don’t wait until you’re in arrears.

 

Gov.uk – UK Government website

www.citizensadvice.org.uk – Citizens Advice