18 plus and going to university
If you need help from other people because of your sight problems you may be entitled to Disability Living Allowance (DLA).
If you get DLA you may also be entitled to Employment and Support Allowance (ESA).
If you have a dependent child or children you may be entitled to Child Tax Credit (CTC). If you have a child who is sick or disabled you may be entitled to Disability Living Allowance for a Child.
If you live in rented accommodation and you are disabled you may be entitled to Housing Benefit.
If you need help with the cost of assistive technology or learning support you may be entitled to a Disabled Students Allowance. For more information about Disabled Students Allowance visit the Directgov website.
If you need help with the cost of maintenance and fees, you may be entitled to a student loan. For more information about student loans visit the Directgov website.
The Benefits Adviser on the Directgov website can also help you find out which benefits and tax credits you may be entitled to.
Speak to someone
If you are having any problems our highly experienced regional teams of independent living coordinators and welfare rights officers can advise you on all issues relating to social security benefits and other entitlements, together with advice, tips and hints about filling in forms and disputing decisions. We also have information about local services that may be able to complete forms on your behalf and go with you to appeals.
If you need advice and would like to speak with someone then please contact your local Action team and they will put you in touch with someone who can help. You can also contact us through the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 and ask to be referred to your local Action team.
