Benefits and financial support
Find out about benefits and financial support if your income's changed or you're struggling to manage.
If your income has changed or you are finding it difficult to manage, there may be benefits or financial support available to help you.
This section covers the main UK and Scottish Government benefits that we can offer information and advice on.
Universal credit
The main working-age benefit in the UK, combining six previous benefits into a single monthly payment.
Housing benefit
If you are on a low income, you may be entitled to help with your rent through Housing Benefit.
Other benefits and help
Steps you can take and local organisations that can help if your benefits are reduced.
Under-occupancy (bedroom tax)
If you rent from us or OHAL and have more bedrooms than your household needs.
Adult disability payment
Support for people with a long-term health condition or disability affecting daily living or mobility.
Benefits cap
The limit on the total amount of most benefits that working-age people can receive.
Scottish welfare fund
Grants to help people on low incomes meet essential living costs in an emergency.