League of Helping Hand; Linking Help with Hope (LHH)

APPLICATION GUIDELINES AND GRANT AWARD CRITERIA

Eligibility for a one-off grant (£300 maximum):

• Applicants with a debilitating health condition or disability, who are in receipt of a disability related benefit may apply.
• Carer of someone with a debilitating health condition or disability, who is in receipt of a carer’s related benefit may apply.
• Applicants must reside in the U.K. with settled status.

Application process:

• Third-party referral (sponsor) is required for all eligible applicants
• The sponsor is responsible for full completion of the grant application form.
• Suitable sponsors may include representatives from the Health Service (not GPs), Social Services, C.A.B, Housing Association, Tenancy Support Agency or another Charity.
• Please allow 4-6 weeks from receipt of application for an outcome
• If successful, BACs payments/e-vouchers will be made to the sponsoring body ONLY. Receipt of grant awards and item purchases must be forwarded for our records.

Examples of what LHH may award grants for:

• Essential household items including white goods, furnishing, flooring.
• Heating costs, fares/travel expenses for hospital or regular appointments.
• Specialist equipment that cannot be obtained through Health or Social Services.
• Clothing, including school uniform.
• Carer’s Breaks (when funds allow).

We regret that LHH CANNOT help with:

• Electric wheelchairs & scooters, stair lifts, hoists, car purchase, vehicle adaptations etc.
• Building/renovation/extension works.
• Business-related costs.
• Debts/bankruptcy fees.
• Medical, dental and therapeutic treatment including alternative therapies.
• Support for refugees unless they have been granted residency/asylum.
• Funeral costs.