novembre 5, 2026

Child Disability Payment

Payment to help with the extra costs of caring for a disabled child or young person.

What support is available?

Payment to help with the extra costs of caring for a disabled child or young person.

Disability, age and residence rules apply; special rules may apply for terminal illness.

Apply through Social Security Scotland, including online or assisted routes.

Current; some recipients may transition to Adult Disability Payment.

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

Payment to help with the extra costs of caring for a disabled child or young person.

Disability, age and residence rules apply; special rules may apply for terminal illness.

Apply through Social Security Scotland, including online or assisted routes.

Current; some recipients may transition to Adult Disability Payment.

Editorial check: 2026-11-05

PublicHelp is independent. This information is not an eligibility decision. Rules, funding and opening periods may change.