Welwyn Hatfield offers a few different kinds of support for carers, depending on what you need. The main options in the published council information are a Council Tax discount or exemption, tenancy support, and a parking permit for people caring for blue badge residents.
| Support | What it covers | Who it’s for | How to apply / get help |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carers Council Tax discount / exemption | A disregarded person discount if a carer lives in your home, and possible exemption from Council Tax on a former home if you’ve moved in with someone to care for them | Carers who are employed, friends or relatives, or carers who have left home to provide care | Use the online form. Hard copies are also available from the Council Tax team |
| Tenancy support | Help to settle into a new tenancy or keep a current one, with support such as managing money, benefits, debts, emotional support, safety, and community links | Residents who need help because they may be at risk of losing their tenancy, or their quality of life is affected | Contact your Housing Officer, or for tenant support contact the Neighbourhood Officer on 01707 357 796 or email neighbourhoods@welhat.gov.uk |
| Personal Carer Permit | Lets a nominated carer’s vehicle park at the resident’s permit address in a permit zone | Blue badge residents with a nominated carer | Apply through the council’s permit portal |
There’s also broader housing support for older and vulnerable tenants, with support for up to two years, and the council signposts people to other support services where needed. If the care-related help you need is about Council Tax or parking, the two pages above are the most directly relevant.