Epilepsy

lexilondon21

Hi there I am 21 and have epilepsy I don't work but am at uni on a part time course, I currently receive free travel in London and was wondering if anyone knew of any benefits that could help me out with uni etc?

Thanks
xoxo

nanokitten

obviously it will depend on how severe your condition is but if for example you need someone to keep an eye on you to eep you safe or escort you outdoors you may get some componant of DLA. Also its possible you might be entited to the new ESA (which used to be income support and incapacity benefit)
heres a summary of benefits for students
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/DisabledPeople/EducationAndTraining/HigherEducation/DG_10035904

[Deleted User]

Disabled students are entitled to claim the Disabled Students Allowance. How much you get depends on an assesment of your needs.
Disabled students can also claim some benefits and help with rent.
This site will help you www.skill.org.uk/ they have loads of up to date information on what you can and cant not claim in fact sheets you can print off.

[Deleted User]

lexilondon21 wrote: »

Hi there I am 21 and have epilepsy I don't work but am at uni on a part time course, I currently receive free travel in London and was wondering if anyone knew of any benefits that could help me out with uni etc?

Thanks
xoxo

check out the NSE site,lots of info and a great forum(free)which has people of all ages posting
http://www.epilepsynse.org.uk/

denise_h_2

Your university should have a Disabled students support officer who will be able to give you all sorts of advice. Ask a member of your faculty office admin staff and they should be able to get you a number to contact.

lexilondon21

Thanks so much for all the help.. will look into all above mentioned.
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