Access to Work are part of the DWP (Government Department for Work and Pensions).
Their role is to prevent people with disabilities from being unemployed.
If you have a disability such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD, that affects your ability to work, the Access to work scheme can help by providing a grant for:
It is designed to support people who want to:
The grant is not for business start-up costs.
The money awarded depends on your circumstances and does not have to be paid back.
The grant does not affect any other benefits.
You will be formally assessed at the centre and a workplace visit will be required to formulate recommendations for "reasonable adjustments" to be made.
Cost of Access to Work Diagnostic Assessment: £350
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