The main benefit for disabled children under the age of 16. DLA is divided into two parts: care and mobility. Your child may get one or both of these components, depending on their circumstances. DLA is not means tested.

The main benefit for disabled adults aged under 65. If successful, PIP can be a passport to other benefits or financial help. PIP is not means tested.

To claim PIP, you must have difficulties with daily living and/or getting around. PIP has replaced the old Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for adults. Adults receiving DLA are being gradually asked to claim PIP instead.

PIP is divided into two parts: daily living and mobility, with each paid at either standard or enhanced rates. The amount you receive depends on how your condition affects you, not the condition itself.

You might need to attend a face-to-face interview with an independent health professional as part of the claim process.

For people aged 65 or over who need help with personal care or keeping safe. AA is not means tested.

There are two rates of AA. The lower rate is paid if care is required during the day or night. The higher rate is paid if care is required day and night.

There is no financial help with AA for mobility difficulties. To claim AA, you must not be receiving DLA for adults or PIP.

For people aged 16 and over who regularly spend at least 35 hours a week, including weekends, caring for someone. You do not have to be related or live with the person that you care for.

Carer’s Allowance can affect other benefits that you or the person you care for receives. It is important to get advice before you apply.

If more than one person provides care, only one of them can apply for Carer’s Allowance. You do not get paid extra if you care for more than one person.

Carers in Scotland who receive Carer’s Allowance might also receive a Carer’s Allowance Supplement. This is an extra payment, paid twice a year.

Helps with gaps in your National Insurance record, if you are caring for someone for at least 20 hours a week but do not qualify for Carer’s Allowance. This means that you can take on caring responsibilities without it affecting your ability to qualify for the State Pension.

For people who are on a low income or currently out of work, to help with living costs. If you currently receive certain benefits you cannot claim UC at the same time.

Whether you can claim UC depends on where you live and on your circumstances.

If you cannot claim UC due to your situation, you might be able to claim Income Support to help with basic living costs.

Financial support if you are unable to work, or need help to find work, due to illness or disability.

Your claim will involve several stages and a Work Capability Assessment to assess your ability to work.

There are three types of ESA. Which ESA you might be eligible for depends on the area in which you live and your personal circumstances.

Help to pay your rent if you are unemployed, on a low income or claiming benefits. It is being replaced by Universal Credit but may still be available under certain circumstances and in some areas of Northern Ireland.

Extra temporary payments from your local council to help with housing costs.

Your property or household circumstances may mean that you are eligible to receive a discount or an exemption. This includes:

• Someone who has ‘severe mental impairment’ (this may include some people living with TSC) and is in receipt of certain benefits
• Someone who is a carer

You might be eligible for a grant from your local council if you are disabled and need to make changes to your home because of your disability. This could include adapting a room, installing a stairlift, improving access or changing the lighting or heating system.

In Scotland, councils are required to give grants for repairs, improvements and adaptions that are essential to make the home accessible for a person with disabilities.