novembre 5, 2026

Scottish Welfare Fund — Community Care Grant

Non-repayable support for people on low incomes who need help to live independently or maintain a settled home.

What support is available?

Non-repayable support for people on low incomes who need help to live independently or maintain a settled home.

Usually aged 16 or over, low income and a qualifying community care situation such as moving into a settled home.

Apply through your local council; decisions depend on circumstances and local availability.

Discretionary council decision; savings and circumstances may affect award.

Official source: Check current rules with Social Security Scotland or your council.

Independent information only. Always confirm current eligibility and availability with the public authority.

Coverage: Scotland

Non-repayable support for people on low incomes who need help to live independently or maintain a settled home.

Usually aged 16 or over, low income and a qualifying community care situation such as moving into a settled home.

Apply through your local council; decisions depend on circumstances and local availability.

Discretionary council decision; savings and circumstances may affect award.

Editorial check: 2026-11-05

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