NHS Low Income Scheme (LIS)

If you have a low income, you may be able to get help with NHS costs through the NHS Low Income Scheme (LIS).

The scheme covers:

• prescription costs
• dental costs
• eyecare costs
• healthcare travel costs
• wigs and fabric supports

You can apply for the scheme as long as your savings, investments or property (not including where you live) do not exceed the capital limit.

In England, the limit is:

• £23,250 for people who live permanently in a care home
• £16,000 for everyone else

Any help you’re entitled to is also available to your partner and any dependant young people.

Depending on your circumstances, you can receive full help (HC2 certificate) or partial help (HC3 certificate).

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