Help for you too
How we support you
One-off grants
Depending on your circumstances.
Monthly payments
To those with limited income or unable to work.
Help with independence
Paying for disability aids, adaptations or equipment.
House repairs or maintenance
To support you at home.
Residential or nursing home fees
Top up fees for you or your partner.
Respite
Helping you have time out or helping carers have a break.
Bereavement support
Should your loved one die, there are ways that we can support you. Contact us for more information.
We contact around 300 families every year who have been affected by bereavement to let them know we are there for them too.
If you’re the immediate family* of an ICE member, you may be eligible to apply for financial support, even in the sad event that they are no longer around.
Making ends meet, especially if your circumstances change dramatically through ill health or bereavement can be a constant balancing act. We’re here to help you through. If you are experiencing financial difficulties, please get in touch.
*partner or spouse of an ICE member, or a dependent child under 18 years of age
One-off payments
We can provide one-off grants to get you through a particularly challenging time, perhaps to purchase a specific piece of equipment or an item that would make your life easier.
Examples include disability aids and help with property maintenance or necessary home improvements.
Ongoing support
We also offer monthly grants for up to six months, sometimes longer depending on circumstance.
This might involve supporting members through illness, periods of unemployment or those facing a temporary setback.
Apply online today
You don't have to be at crisis point to approach the Ben Fund for help. If you are feeling the strain, contact us now.
You can check your eligibility status below and then start the process by applying online or downloading the application form.
The Ben Fund helped me when John was no longer around.
Norma's husband, John, tragically died after suffering from a brain tumour. Deeply traumatised, Norma struggled to get on with life and soon found it hard to make ends meet.
We were able to help by providing housing and financial support.