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Money issues, benefits & employment

Living with a mental health condition can mean that managing money and securing work is very difficult. Our information should help you understand what you can do.

Options for dealing with your debt

This section provides an overview of what you should do if you are struggling with problem debt and explains the options that may be available to you.

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Employment Support Allowance

This section aims to provide information about the out of work benefit called Employment and Support Allowance (ESA).

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Samaritans

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Call 111
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