Benefits and leisure/travel discounts

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Thought this might be useful for those affected by Breast cancer.

Macmillan has a support helpline where you can ask about help with benefits, grants etc. - Macmillan Cancer Support..0300 300 8145

You maybe entitled to PIP which is a non means tested and in work benefit.  Have a read of this thread here regarding applying.  You can get short or long term awards but you must have been affected for 3 months and expected to continue for 9 months plus.  It's not awarded based on diagnosis but on how you are affected.

You can also apply for a CEA card to give a free cinema ticket to carer. The entitlement is listed on the site but I do know they accept Industrial Injuries which isn't listed if you ring them.  £6 annual fee.

https://www.ceacard.co.uk/

There is also an access card you can apply for.  Again entitlement on website and it uses Icons to alert providers to accommodations you might need  £15 for 3 years.

https://www.accesscard.online/

A free electronic card if you have toilet issues.  https://www.bladderandbowel.org/help-information/just-cant-wait-card/   easy application form.

Wales only - Hynt leisure card.  Like CEA card but free.  https://www.hynt.co.uk/en/