ACCESS TO WORK
GET FUNDING COACHING AND SUPPORT AT WORK - AS AN EMPLOYEE OR A BUSINESS OWNER
In the UK, 'Access to Work' grant / funding is available to support you in the workplace, whether you are employed or self-employed.
This programme can provide up to £66,000 per year for ADHD support, including ADHD coaching, which is one of the most highly recommended supports for individuals with ADHD.
With funding you can access up to 20 Coaching sessions per year, to support you to overcome the challenges with ADHD, and to move forward with your strengths to truly thrive in what you do.
How to apply for Access to Work (GOV.UK)
You have to apply for Access to Work yourself. Your employer can not apply for you. You can apply online, by phone or you can ask for a paper form, via the Government website.
When you apply, Access to Work will ask:
how your condition affects you
what help you are getting
what kind of help you think you need
You will also need to give:
the address and postcode of your workplace
the name of a workplace contact who can authorise your Access to Work payments
To qualify for Access to Work, you must be over 16 years old and either currently employed or preparing to enter paid employment, including self-employment.
The processing time is approximately 24 weeks, however there can be delays and have been cases that have taken 11 months, so it’s good to get your form in as soon as possible and get things moving!
Who qualifies for Access to Work?
To qualify for Access to Work, you must be over 16 years old and either currently employed or preparing to enter paid employment, including self-employment.
This includes individuals running their own businesses, as well as those who are simultaneously employed and self-employed.
Important Note: Eligibility for Access to Work is not contingent upon having a formal diagnosis.** Individuals with ADHD that require support for work are eligible to apply, regardless of whether they have received a formal diagnosis for their condition, although it does help to have one.
Coaching with THE ADHD BIG SISTER, through ‘The Access to Work’ Scheme
Access to Work will contact you once your application has been processed. At that stage, they’ll ask you to choose a Coach you’d like to work with and to provide a quote.
We will prepare a coaching quote for you, and we can also guide you in using your funding to access additional support and resources.
You can view our Access to Work Coaching package here.
If you have any questions about Access to Work, we know the process well and would love to help. Just drop us a message at hello@theadhdbigsister.com.
