We welcome applications by, or on behalf of, individuals with a learning disability in the South Lanarkshire Council area.
We regret that the following examples on their own do not meet the criteria of the Trust: ADHD, dyslexia, DCD (dyspraxia), or other neurodivergent conditions. However, if these occur alongside a learning disability, then you will meet this criterion. If we receive more applications than we can fund, we will prioritise applications from people on a low income.
If you receive a means-tested benefit (Universal Credit, Child Tax Credit, Working Tax Credit, Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Income Support, Housing Benefit, Pension Credit), you may be asked to provide evidence of this.
Applications with missing information or without supporting evidence are less likely to be considered by the Trustees, so we encourage you to provide as much information as you can. The funding is limited, and priority will be given to people who have not previously received a grant from the Trust, and those who missed out in the previous round of funding.
Grants of up to £1,000 are available for things that will make life a little brighter. Grants may be used flexibly and can contribute towards things like:
• Holidays or short breaks
• Days out
• Travel costs
• Clubs, hobbies or activities
• Sports, play or leisure equipment
• Digital devices, software or subscriptions
• Assistive technology
• Aids & adaptations recommended by physios / OTs but not available via central budgets
• School or tuition fees
• Medical treatment, equipment or medicines
• Financial hardship e.g. living expenses, rent, utility bills etc
• Retrospective applications.
The application must be for a future payment. We cannot award grants for expenses already incurred.
Contact the Larsen Trust today to discuss your requirements, apply for a grant or just chat about how we can help.
