Cancer Welfare and Financial Advice
Support with Welfare benefits, money and finance, housing, energy bills and problems at work
Cancer Benefits and Money Guidance
A cancer diagnosis can have many financial implications. Here you can find frequently asked questions about claiming benefits, getting help with living costs and managing your finances if you're impacted by cancer.
Benefits for People Affected by Cancer
You may qualify for government benefits if you have cancer or if you care for someone with cancer. If you have a disability or your cancer is advanced, you may also qualify for other benefits.
Individual Cancer Support Plans
Under the governments national cancer plan, every patient will be given tailored plan covering treatment, mental health and employment support
Cancer Treatment and Wellbeing Services
Milton Keynes Cancer Centre brings together under one roof all hospital cancer services. It offers oncology, clinical haematology and cancer-related chemotherapy services, inpatient and outpatient services alongside a wellbeing support service.
Memory Assessment and Post-Diagnosis Support
Assesses cognitive health and provides diagnosis as well as post diagnoisis service and support
Dementia Information and Advice
Free, personalized information, signposting, and ongoing advice for patients and carers, funded by Milton Keynes City Council.
Admiral Nurse Dementia Support
Admiral Nurses - specialist dementia nurses provide free, life-changing support for families facing complex care situations, coordinated by the City Council.
Council Tax Support for People with Dementia
Some people will be eligible for discounts, disregards and exemptions on their council tax. All of these terms have different meanings, so it’s important to know the difference.
Independent Living Equipment Loans
Equipment Loans: You may be eligible for free independent living aids and minor home adaptations following a free Adult Social Care needs assessment