Other Benefits

• VAT Relief for disabled people
  
  Disabled people don’t have to pay VAT when they buy equipment that has been designed for disabled people or when they have equipment adapted so they can use it.

  Also, VAT is not charged on certain services provided to disabled people, including building work to adapt a disabled person’s home and the hire of disability equipment like wheelchairs. 

  More information about VAT Relief
• Council Tax Reduction
  

  Council Tax helps pay for policing and refuse collection. You may be entitled to a reduction in Council Tax if you are disabled or have a disabled person living with you.

  More information about Council Tax Reduction
• Supporting People Programme
  

  The Supporting People programme offers vulnerable people the opportunity to improve their quality of life by providing a stable environment which enables greater independence.

  More information about the Supporting People Programme
  
  
  

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