The Merchants House of Glasgow is Registered as a Scottish Charity SC008900

Financial Assistance For Sufferers Of Contracted Incurable Diseases

Throughout The West Of Scotland

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Financial Assistance For Sufferers Of Contracted Incurable Diseases Throughout The West Of Scotland

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WORK OF THE ASSOCIATION

Our objective is to help to alleviate poverty for those suffering from contracted incurable diseases of a nature which causes significant impairment in daily activities by awarding monetary one-off grants or periodic grants.

CRITERIA

  • The applicant must be over the age of 18 years.
  • The applicant must reside in the West of Scotland area.
  • The applicant must be suffering from an incurable contracted disease (e.g. Multiple Sclerosis, COPD) and not a disease due to a congenital state or as a result of an accident.
  • The Association does not assist HIV, AIDS or cancer cases.
  • The Association can only deal with cases where there is hardship and deprivation.
  • Further specific information can be found on the application form.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE

  • Periodic monetary grants on condition an Eligibility Certificate is completed by the applicant at least annually.
  • A one-off grant can be paid / pledged towards the purchase of specific items e.g. appliances for the applicant's home, the cost of installing ramped access or a stairlift. Receipts or invoices must be provided.
  • One-off grants are not given for the payment of debts, household bills or holidays.
  • Currently the monthly grant is £55 in arrears, payable six monthly on production of a signed eligibility / renewal certificate.
  • The maximum one-off grant is £1,000.

CASE STUDIES

Find out how our grants have benefitted eligible recipients.

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HOW TO APPLY

Find out about the application process and download the application form.

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