Webinar: Navigating Benefits for Stroke Survivors and Carers

This webinar was held in May 2024.
It was an insightful look into understanding more about the benefits stroke survivors and carers may be entitled to.
It was hosted by Different Strokes Charity with special guest, Debby Hulmes from Citizen’s Advice.
About the Session:
Citizens Advice is known for providing free, impartial, and confidential advice to individuals across the UK. In this webinar, we will explore the various benefits that you may be eligible for based on your circumstances, including stroke survivors and their carers/family members. Please note that specific circumstances can influence the benefits you can apply for, so it's essential to seek personalised advice.
About the Speaker:
Debby Hulmes, with extensive experience in the charity sector, including roles at Citizens Advice and a local Carers charity, will lead the session. As a supervisor at Milton Keynes Citizens Advice, Debby supports volunteers and caseworkers in assisting clients with benefit-related issues. Her expertise includes determining eligibility, completing forms, supporting with reviews and appeals, and drafting submissions for tribunals. Debby aims to demystify the benefit system and provide clarity during the webinar.

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Amazing webinar. Well done to Different Strokes and Sheelagh. Massive thank you to Debby Holmes!