Money and benefits

Benefits and support

Find out about different types of financial help, including support for carers, child maintenance and more.

Help with childcare costs

The schemes you can access depend on your child’s age and your personal circumstances.

Guide to direct payments for parents and carers

Find out about direct payments for children and young people 0 to 18, who can have them and how they can be used.

Help with health costs for parents

Who can get free access to health services such as NHS prescriptions, eye tests and dental treatments.

Advice for working parents and carers

Find out about your rights during pregnancy, maternity leave and returning to work. Get help online or by calling the helpline. Information on the Working Families website.