Is there a state benefit similar to the UK "Disability Living Allowance" ?

salmon2

I live in Newry and will be moving to Dundalk to live there later on in the year.

As I live in Newry I receive a benefit called "Disability Living Benefit" which is not means tested. Here is a link...
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/DisabledPeople/FinancialSupport/DG_10011731

I receive this due to having an anxiety disorder and depression which affects my employment. This DLA benefit is about £17.00/week.

I checked on the net for a similar benefit which might be available to me which I move to Dundalk, though I have only been able to locate benefits relating to physical conditions.

Are there any benefits available in the Republic which are similar to "Disability Living Allowance" and which might be available to me, given that I do not have a physical disability?

Thank you

Mrs. MacGyver

See the following hyperlink as regards illness benefit:

http://www.welfare.ie/publications/sw119.pdf

I hope this is of help.

Mrs. MacGyver

See the following hyperlink as regards illness benefit:

http://www.welfare.ie/publications/sw119.pdf

I hope this is of help.