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How do I manage my money if I have to go into hospital?

Help with planning and managing your money if you have to go into hospital, and ensuring you don't have debts when you leave.

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  1. How can going into hospital affect my finances?

  2. Should I tell anyone that I have gone into hospital?

  3. Will my employer pay me while I’m in hospital?

  4. I was claiming benefits when I went into hospital. What will happen to them?

  5. What about my property rates?

  6. What happens after 28 days of being in hospital?

  7. What will happen after 52 weeks of being in hospital?

  8. I was claiming Universal Credit, what happens to that?

  9. How can I pay my bills if I am in hospital?

  10. I can’t afford my debts, what can I do?

  11. What if I cannot look after my money?

  12. Next steps

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