Financial support

Hi 

My father is terminally I'll and has only weeks to live. Both myself and the hospice are keen for him to return home for his remaining time. I have decided to leave my job for the time being to care for him 24/7 (my employer is very understanding) as I will now have no income am I entitled to any financial support ? I also have two children which I pay £300+ for each month via CSA. Does anyone know if they will put payments on hold until such time I return back to work? Tried to look on website but can find any guidance 

thanks in advance 

  • Hi ah24,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm very sorry to hear of your situation and I hope you're getting on as OK as can be in the circumstances.

    If you haven't already, we have a page on our website about possible financial support. But a better port of call in this instance might be Macmillan - they have lots of information about available benefits and financial support. You can also call them directly if you'd like to talk things through - on 0808 808 00 00.

    I hope you're able to find out more and get some additional support with this.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator