Benefits Advice for Families

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SRSB/RSS has trained staff who specialise in advising and supporting families with applying for a wide range of financial benefits, including Disabiltiy Living Allowance (DLA) which a child with sight problems may be eligible for from the age of 6 months, something which many families are not aware of.

Television Licence: For children who are registered blind, there is an opportunity for the family to get 50% off the cost of a TV Licence.

Other Grants: There are a number of organisations that offer grants to support families who have a child with a disability. These could be for items such as computers, other specalised equipment, holidays etc. SRSB/RSS staff can advise families on the availability of grants and their eligibility for them.

Please contact us on 0114 272 2757 or email: cyp@srsb.org.uk