Care Advice

Universal Benefits Calculator

You may be entitled to benefits to help with your living expenses. Independent, free and anonymous benefits calculators can help you to check what you might be entitled to.

Check what benefits you could be entitled to

The Department for Work and Pensions has three calculators you can use to check what benefits you might be entitled to:

These benefits are provided by the Department for Work and Pensions, and not the Council.

Who to speak to for help with the benefits system

Trying to understand the benefits system can be daunting, but help is available:

  • Citizens Advice Buckinghamshire provides free and independent support on various issues including benefits.
  • Age UK provides Information and advice to people over 60, their family and carers. They can help with completing benefit forms and understanding eligibility criteria.
  • Carers Bucks can help complete forms and give advice on carers rights.