What a Carer's Wellbeing Grant is, who can apply, what you can spend it on, how to apply.
What the grant is and who can apply
A Carer's Wellbeing Grant is a one-off payment.
You can apply for a Carer's Wellbeing Grant if you're a parent or guardian who provides care to a child or young person with a disability. Your child does not need a diagnosis.
We've had a significant rise in applications since April 2024. Due to high demand, the one-off payment has been reduced.
To ensure fairness and equity, the monthly budget will be shared equally amongst the monthly grant applications.
You can use the one-off payment for things that improve and support your health and wellbeing, to help you care for a child or young person with a disability.
We process applications individually and the amount you can get depends on the:
- number of applications we have
- funds available at the time
If you've applied for a grant before
You must wait 12 months from the date of your last grant payment before you can apply again.
If you apply too early, we'll not be able to accept your application and you'll need to apply again when 12 months have passed.
What you can use a Carer's Wellbeing Grant towards
- Alternative therapies to support your wellbeing, such as relaxation courses and massage.
- Hobbies and leisure interests, such as classes or memberships.
- Educational courses or course materials to support any education and learning you may be completing.
- Ad hoc sitting services for the person you care for, to give you a break from your caring role.
What you cannot use a Carer's Wellbeing Grant for
- General living expenses, such as rent, food, drink, utility bills, internet access or clothes.
- Debt repayments.
- Home improvements.
- Car repairs and petrol.
- Personal care for the child or young person.
Information you need to apply
When you fill in the form, you'll need to tell us:
- about yourself and the child or young person you care for
- what you want to spend the grant on and how it will support your health and wellbeing as a carer
Apply for a Carer's Wellbeing Grant
We usually process payments within 45 working days of receiving your application.
Apply for a Carer's Wellbeing Grant
After you've applied
If you'd like to enquire about your Carer's Wellbeing Grant after 12 weeks, contact disabled.children-carers.wellbeing.grant@bristol.gov.uk.
