Health and wellbeing - leaving care

Support on a low income

If you are on a low income, you can apply for a Health Credit Certificate known as HC2 or HC3. This will give you reduced cost, or free dental and eye checks / treatment as well as prescription charges. This is dependent on your income and needs at the time you apply for support. A certificate can last from 6 months to 5 years depending on your circumstances.

To find out more, ask your:

  • GP
  • dentist
  • optician
  • ask your Social Worker / Personal Advisor to help you apply

Contact Leaving Care

Telephone: 01702 212087

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