Special Disability Allowance
Special Disability Allowance is a weekly payment for people who have a spouse or partner who is in residential care, or has been in a public hospital for over 13 weeks. It's paid to the spouse or partner who is not in care to help with the extra costs of having their spouse or partner in care.
Who can get it
You may get a Special Disability Allowance if:
- you are getting a benefit or pension
- your spouse or partner is in residential care, or has been in a public hospital for over 13 weeks.
How much you can get
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How to apply
You do not need to apply if you've told us about your partner going into hospital or a rest home.
Contact the Residential Subsidy Unit on 0800 999 727 to talk about your circumstances.