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Family & Adult Support
 
Our local Support Workers in the community are available to respond to requests for general support.  The following is just some of the ways they can help

Information & Advice on

  • Services and help available
  • Benefits relevant to Cystic Fibrosis
  • Sources of financial assistance
  • Fact sheets available including
  • Guidance for Teachers & Guidance for Employers

Practical Help with

  • Filling in complicated official forms
  • Housing applications and resolving housing issues
  • Supplying supporting letters for holidays, benefits and grants
  • Transport to clinic appointments

Advocacy & Representation to

  • Help with complex processes in housing, benefits
  • Ensure awards of Disability Living Allowance are awarded at the appropriate level
  • Help ensure helpful support in school
  • Ensure that people have access to support that they need

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