Housing · England
Help with your home and money
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This guide is about help in England.
What you can get depends on your situation.
Benefits are payments to people who meet certain rules.
Different benefits help with different needs.
Ask for help to check which benefits you could get.
You may be able to get help with your rent.
The rules depend on your situation and the type of home.
You may need changes to make your home easier to use.
Ask the council about help to pay for these changes.
You may be able to pay less Council Tax.
Council Tax helps pay for local services.
Ask the council to check which reductions apply to you.
Contact your council quickly if you may lose your home.
Ask to speak to its housing team.
Explain your disability and the support you need.
Ask someone to explain your options before you apply.
The help available depends on the rules and your circumstances.
What you can do next
Ask for a benefits and housing advice appointment.
You can ask someone you trust to help you prepare.
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Help with housing and money
Where to start with benefits, housing and home adaptations.
Housing and benefits signposting · England
Find out about benefits
Different benefits help with different needs. GOV.UK explains support such as Personal Independence Payment and Universal Credit. Check the conditions before applying.
Help with rent
Help may come through Universal Credit or Housing Benefit. Which route applies depends on your circumstances and accommodation.
Changes to your home and Council Tax
Your council can explain help with home adaptations, including Disabled Facilities Grants, and possible Council Tax reductions.
If you may lose your home
Ask your council’s housing team for help. Explain any disability and support needs. The help available depends on the legal rules and your circumstances.
Words you could use
“I need advice about my housing or money. Please explain what help I can apply for and how to apply.”
Where the information comes from
Links checked 26 October 2026.
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They may use harder words.
- GOV.UK: financial help if you are disabled Web page
An introduction to benefits and other financial support.
- GOV.UK: home and housing support Web page
Information about rent, Council Tax and adaptations.
- GOV.UK: if you are homeless or at risk Web page
How to ask for help. Follow the guidance for England.