These facts and web pages have been written specifically for lone parents.  If you are not a lone parent some information may not apply to you.  They are also intended as guidelines only.  If you have any 'new pages' or 'suggestions' about the subjects covered please contact us.

Shelter 
charity for homeless and badly housed people

Bereavement Care
coping with major personal crisis

On a low income
guide to finance and management

Working Families Tax Credit
who can apply, current rates, how to calculate

Pensions
useful tips for difficult situations

Housing
what to do if you are homeless

Renting
are you looking to rent a property?

Legal
contact, mediation

New Deals
new deals for lone parents on DSS

Child Benefit
check on line your correct payments

Disabled Person's Tax Credit
who can apply, rates, how to calculate

Maintenance
how maintenance is treated for benefits

Coping with Change
for new lone parents