Disability equipment and home adaptations (Factsheet 42)
This factsheet covers the help you can get from the local authority to manage your daily tasks at home through the provision of specially designed equipment or home adaptations. It should be read in conjunction with Age UK’s other relevant factsheets
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Buying Retirement Housing (Factsheet 2)
This factsheet provides information for people who are considering buying retirement housing. It covers management of retirement schemes, what services may be provided and what you will have to pay for. It briefly explains your rights and responsibilities
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Finding help at home (Factsheet 6)
This factsheet has information about how to get support to help you to live in your own home if you are having difficulty managing. It focusses on the duties of the local authority to provide assistance, but also covers arranging care yourself. Residentia
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Home improvements and repairs (Factsheet 67)
This factsheet provides information about the help you can get if your home is in a poor condition or unsuitable for your needs. It includes information on the financial assistance and practical support available to help you make improvements, as well
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Housing Benefit (Factsheet 17)
This factsheet explains what Housing Benefit is, who qualifies for it, and how it is calculated. It explains how to claim and what to do if you want to challenge a decision. It has information about Discretionary Housing Payments and what to do if you hav
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Council Tax (Factsheet 21)
Council Tax is the system of paying towards local government services in England, Scotland and Wales. This factsheet aims to help you understand: – Council Tax liability and payment – Eligibility for Council Tax Support schemes – Other ways of reducing
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Help with heating costs (Factsheet 1)
This factsheet explains how you can spend less on energy while still maintaining a warm and comfortable home. It provides information on getting the best energy deal, energy efficiency, financial help and help from bodies like your local authority (counci
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