Advice: Money, Housing & WorkNational Service
Access to Work
Local Authority
Access to Work is a UK government scheme that provides practical and financial support for people with a disability, health condition or mental health problem to start or stay in work
Is this for me?
- Who this helps
- Working-age adults 16+
- Eligibility
- People aged 16+ in England, Scotland or Wales with a disability or health condition who are in work or have a job offer
- Area covered
- England
Not suitable for:
No specific exclusions — open to anyone in the UK who meets the eligibility criteria above.
How to get help
Call us
0800 121 7479
About this service
Access to Work is a UK government scheme that offers practical and financial help to people with a disability, physical or mental health condition who want to start or stay in work. Grants can cover specialist equipment, support workers, travel to work and workplace adjustments. There is also a separate Mental Health Support Service and Communication Support at Interview. Apply online via gov.uk. Open to people aged 16 and over in England, Scotland or Wales who are in work or have a job offer.
Information last verified June 2026*
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