service
Free
The Community Access Service (CAS) provides a wide range of community-based activities and projects for residents with mild-to-moderate learning disabilities and Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Key information
Eligibility
Age Group
- 18+
Disability
- Acquired brain injury
- Anxiety disorders and stress
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Bipolar disorder
- Cancer
- Chronic pain
- Dementia
- Depression
- Disability etiquette
- Dyslexia
- Dyspraxia
- Epilepsy
- Hearing Impairment (deafness)
- Learning disability
- Limb loss
- Mental health
- Multiple sclerosis
- Musculoskeletal disorders
- Schizophrenia
- Visual impairment (blindness).
What is this service?
Established in 2009, Money Carer is an award-winning social enterprise providing specialist banking and money management services for vulnerable adults across the UK. Working in partnership with solicitors, local authorities, care providers, and families, we support over 6500 individuals with safe, independent money management. Our inclusive approach ensures that individuals remain at the centre of all financial decisions, prioritising safeguarding and empowerment.
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Our Services
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Appointeeship - Managing DWP welfare benefits and everyday financial affairs on behalf of those with limited capacity.
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Everyday Money Management - Paying rent, utilities, and care bills, and handling other general household expenses.
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Banking Services - Opening and managing FSCS-protected accounts through our dedicated platform, Monika.
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Direct Payments - Assisting individuals and their support networks with secure management of personal care budgets.
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Financial Safeguarding - Monitoring spending and identifying risks to ensure transparency, for families and professionals.
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Payment Wearables - Our dedicated range of secure and inclusive ways to pay, from Carer Cards and Biometric Payment Cards, to Touch payment rings and bracelets.
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Cost Information
Community-Based Clients - £92.50 or £62.50 per month
Care/Nursing-Home-Based Clients - £62.50 per month
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Referrals
Referrals can be made securely through our online referral portal, or by calling 0161 791 3064 to speak with our team.
Our services are available to individuals aged 18+ who live within the UK and require assistance with managing their finances.
Good to know
- Cost: £62.50 - £92.50 per month Further cost information
