Supplementary Welfare Allowance

This is a means tested monthly payment paid by the HSE for people with severe disabilities who are unable to walk.

Who qualifies

A person must be between 16 and 66 years of age and be unable to walk or must be in such a condition that to walk would be dangerous. The inability to walk must be likely to persist for at least one year. You must satisfy a means test.
People living in institutions may qualify for the allowance provided they meet the medical and means conditions. New applicants over 66 years old may not avail of this allowance.

Payment

Paid monthly, there are two rates of payment - the higher rate is for people who do not claim the Disabled Drivers and Passengers Tax Relief. It is not paid to people availing of the HSE's Motorised Transport Grant for three years from the date of the grant.

How to apply

Apply to your Local Health Office.