Social care funding and benefits
In most circumstances people are expected to contribute towards the cost of their care but some help from Adult Services is free. Free services include information, advice and assessments of what help people and their carers need.
Paying for residential care
The costs involved and whether you can get any financial help
Paying for care services
Services that support you to live at home
Try the online assessment
To see if you might qualify for financial help
Benefits
Information and how to apply for those you are entitled to
Direct Payments
Having money to arrange services yourself
Self-directed support
Giving you more choice and control
VAT exemption
Some people might be eligible to receive goods or services zero-rated for VAT. For more information consult Notice 701/7 VAT reliefs for disabled people or contact the HM Revenue and Customs National Advice Service on 0845 010 9000.
What am I entitled to?
The local authority is here to help everyone understand their needs and, if required, provide an assessment. To understand what help you are entitled to in more detail, please see what help am I entitled to.
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This page was last updated on 11 April 2012. © Copyright Hampshire County Council 2012.