Are we still eligible for financial support post treatment? 

Yes. Families affected by neuroblastoma may still be eligible for financial support after treatment has finished. Support is available from Solving Kids’ Cancer UK as well as government schemes and other charities, depending on your circumstances. 

Financial support from Solving Kids’ Cancer UK 

We provide wellbeing grants of up to £250 per year to support the physical or emotional wellbeing of children and young people aged 0–30 years living in the UK or Ireland, for up to five years after active treatment for neuroblastoma has ended.

How do I apply? 

You can apply for a wellbeing grant online using the form below. 

Apply for a wellbeing grant 

Government benefit schemes 

When your child finishes treatment, you might still face extra costs or need additional support - and you are not alone. You may be able to access several government support schemes if your child has ongoing care needs, mobility challenges, or if your family budget is stretched because of follow‑up appointments or reduced work hours. 

Below is a summary of the different government schemes you may be eligible to gain support from: 

Disability Living Allowance – for children under 16 

If your child has ongoing care needs or mobility challenges due to their health, they may be eligible for Disability Living Allowance (DLA). 

DLA is designed to help with everyday living costs and is not means tested. It will not depend on your savings and income and will not affect other benefits you may be receiving.  

You can find more information on how to apply for DLA benefits in this guide by Young Lives vs. Cancer. 

Personal Independence Payment – for young people aged 16+ 

If your child is 16 or older and needs ongoing support because of the lasting effects of treatment, they may be eligible for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). PIP is designed to help people over the age of 16 with a health condition or disability to live as independently as possible. This replaces the Disability Living Allowance for people aged over 16.

More information on PIP and how to apply can be found in the Factsheet by Young Lives vs. Cancer below.

Young Lives vs. Cancer PIP Factsheet

Carer’s Allowance – for parents caring for a child receiving DLA or PIP 

If your child receives Middle or Higher Rate Care DLA or PIP Daily Living, and you care for them for 35 hours or more per week, you may qualify for Carer’s Allowance. The care can include: 

• helping them with washing and cooking 

• taking them to a doctor's appointment 

• helping them with daily tasks such as paying bills and doing shopping 

Read more about the Carer’s Allowance scheme on the government website. 

Universal Credit – support with income and housing 

If you’re on a low income, Universal Credit may provide extra financial help. If your child receives DLA or PIP, your Universal Credit may also include a ‘disabled child element’, an additional amount to help with the extra costs of caring for a disabled child. 

Read more about Universal Credit on the Government website. 

Support from other charities 

There are a number of other charities that may be able to provide financial support grants after treatment has ended. Detailed information on eligibility for these schemes can be found on the relevant charity website, linked in the list below: 

• Family Fund – Grants for low‑income families raising a child with serious illness or disability. 

• Young Lives vs Cancer – Financial Support – Hardship grants, benefits advice, and grant search tool for families. 

• Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund – Financial Support – Care and Crisis Grants supporting families during diagnosis, treatment, and follow‑up care. 

• The Henry Allen Trust – Financial grants including help with transport and accommodation. 

• The Hospital Saturday Fund – Grants for mobility equipment, therapies, and home adaptations. 

Page last updated: July 28, 2026