Wales Council of the Blind

Service type: Welfare benefits advice

Advicelink Cymru - (Welsh Government)

Advicelink Cymru offers quality assured advice on welfare benefits, debt, employment, education, housing, immigration and discrimination.The service aims to help people access the right advice, at the right time and make it easier for them to access services again if they need further help—whether that’s about the same issue or something new.

Benefits & tax credits service - (Contact)

Provide information and advice on benefits to the families of disabled children.

Macular Society - Help with Benefits - (Macular Society)

Depending on your circumstances, you may be entitled to financial support from the government. Welfare benefits are available to help those living with macular disease, and their families, with extra costs.

On-line Benefits adviser - (UK Government)

An on-line tool available from the UK Government. Get an estimate of what benefits (eg Income Support or Jobseeker's Allowance) and tax credits you could get, and find out about claiming specific benefits. You can also find out how your benefits would be affected by a change in circumstances (eg if you find work).

Sight Cymru - Supporting People - (Sight Cymru)

We can provide help and support for independent living as well as benefits advice and advocacy and help accessing their services. Assessments are carried out at the individual’s home.

Turn2us Benefits Calculator - (Turn2us)

A simple on-line calculator to help you find out whether you might be entitled to any state benefits, and find out where to go for further support.

Welfare rights advice - (Citizens Advice)

The Citizens Advice service helps people ensure they receive appropriate benefits by providing free, independent & confidential advice. Advice can be given at local offices, outreach sites & over the phone. Home visits are available in some areas.