Cost of Living Payments

This information applies to England and Wales.

There are no new Cost of Living Payments in 2025.

Warning Help with living costs

Call Scope’s helpline for free advice on managing your bills and getting the support you need.

Help with gas and electricity bills

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Benefits and your mental health

The benefit process can be stressful. There are things you can do if it is affecting your mental health. These can include:

  • accessing mental health support
  • talking to a mental health charity about how you are feeling
  • talking to other disabled people on our online community

Support if claiming benefits affects your mental health

If your mental health means you find it hard to work or do daily tasks, you could claim benefits. These will depend on the criteria but can include depression or anxiety.

Benefits and mental health

Last reviewed by Scope on: 23/04/2024

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