A personal budget is a one-off payment of
up to £200 to help carers look after their own health and wellbeing. For example:
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funding towards the cost of holidays, weekends away, days out, spa
days etc
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transport for a break away or visiting family
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funding for a hobby e.g. fishing, golf, cooking, exercise
equipment
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college courses
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driving lessons
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home improvements, gardening, domestic help
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equipment to help caring, e,g. washing machine, dishwasher
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funding to support a return to work.
To see if you are eligible for a personal budget you will need to have a carer's assessment to look at what your needs are.
