CABA can provide assistance to those experiencing financial hardship due to accidents, disability, bereavement, ill health, family problems including the separation of families, difficulties in retirement, unemployment etc.
We can also offer support with information on accessing state benefits, statutory and voluntary services, and Residential and Nursing Care.
We always have time to provide a sympathetic and understanding listening ear, which for those in distress can be as important as more tangible support.

How we may help financially

CABA prides itself on its versatility in meeting the wide-ranging problems of those experiencing difficulties. Depending on individual need, help may take the form of grants, loans and donations.

Where the Beneficiary is in receipt of state benefits, there are various forms of financial assistance that can be given without reduction of the State support.

State support

It is a requirement of the Charity Commission and the Management Committee, that the Association’s funds are not used where Public/State funding is available in the country of residence. CABA requires all applicants to ensure they maximize their income and they will be expected to apply for State Benefits, Trust funding, Pensions, charitable donations etc, for which they may be eligible.

• CABA can guide you through this process, if applicable.
• CABA will not normally assist with the repayment of personal
  or business debts.
• CABA’s capital limits are in line with those used by the Department for Work and Pensions. However, please do not let this deter you from contacting us.

What to do next?

If you are struggling financially or are in need of information, please telephone CABA on +44 (0)1788 556366 or on our freephone number 0800 008 7007, in complete confidence, to discuss your situation with a member of our support team.

It is impossible for us to detail here a definitive set of criteria for those we are able to help financially as each situation is different. In each case we will take into account the income and expenditure of the household and the number of people that reside there.

A brief chat with a member of our support team will determine the appropriateness of your making an application.   If appropriate to do so, we will ask you to complete a detailed form in order that our Committee can fully assess your application.

It is suggested that you do not complete the application form without first speaking to a Case Officer as it may not be necessary to do so.