Money and Benefits ·
If you have a job and still feel healthy enough to continue working, then you may choose to carry on working
If you have to give up work or do not have a job, then life can be financially challenging. This is the same whether you are positive or not, although you may need additional money if you are positive for healthy food, complementary therapies or healthy supplements.
People who are ill may be able to claim certain benefits such as Incapacity Benefit and Disability Living Allowance, but being positive does not mean that you are automatically entitled to this money.
There are some trust funds which offer small grants to positive people in financial difficulties, such as Crusaid and CWAC.
You might want to give serious consideration to making a will. If you die without one, then your partner may not be able to inherit anything, because all your assets will be distributed to your immediate family, even if this is against your dying wishes.
For more advice in this area, either contact your local HIV support centre or speak to a Citizens Advice Bureau/Advice Centre.
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