Benefits

We recommend that you use on our online benefits calculator to help you work out if you might be entitled to claim, before you fill in a paper claim form.

Unfortunately we do not currently have the facility to accept claims online.

Please remember this calculation is an estimate based on the information you supply. To get a proper decision, you should submit a full claim as soon as possible, along with any supporting documentation. Any delays might mean that you lose out.

We normally only award benefit from the Monday after you have told us you want to make a claim.

In some circumstances, you may be able to have your claim assessed and a decision made within one hour - read more about how you might qualify for this service.

The DirectGov website also has an online benefits adviser which can help you get benefit advice for you and your family or for someone else. Simply answer questions anonymously online about your savings, income and outgoings.  You can also read more about other help and advice available including a free benefit check from the local Citizens Advice Bureau in Maldon.

If you need any help with the online calculator or with making a claim then you can contact us.