Introduction

For people living with Mesothelioma and their familiesThe benefits system can be very confusing. However, once the necessary claim forms have been completed following a diagnosis of Mesothelioma, entitlement to some benefits and allowances is automatic. There is a common belief that most benefits and allowances are means-tested, and that people will not be able to claim them if they have savings or own their house. This is not true, even if you do own your house you will still be able to claim many of the benefits or allowances listed on this website. However, the benefits and allowances mentioned in steps 5 and 6 may be affected if you have savings.The Benefits System can be divided into Six Basic Steps. This section of the website includes:
The Six Basic StepsBenefit Claim ExampleFactsheets - Covering all the individual benefits included in the Six Basic Steps and related issues
For help to check exactly which benefits you are able to claim, help to fill in the necessary forms or to discuss any problems you have with your benefits call:Macmillan Benefits Helpline on freephone 0808 801 0304Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 10am – 5pm and Weds 12 noon – 5pmAlternatively, you can contact an Asbestos Support Group, your local Citizens’ Advice Bureau or a local specialist nurse for advice and assistance.AcknowledgementMesothelioma UK would like to acknowledge the author of the Benefits Section and Factsheets - Carolynne Radcliffe. The information contained within this section is protected by Mesothelioma UK Copyright but remains the intellectual property of the author.© Mesothelioma UK