Scotland - Apply for Mother and Baby Unit Family Fund

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Register for Mother and Baby Unit Family Fund, the applicant can refer to the following link
2. The applicant has to approach the NHS office, an application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer or the applicant has to download the application form from the following link
3. The applicant must provide all the requested information, ensuring that it is up-to-date and supported by relevant documentation. The applicant must double-check the form for any errors or omissions before submitting it and make sure that it is fully completed.
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The application fee for this fund is free of cost.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
10. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
11. Once the application in accepted, the concerned authority will send an approval letter to the applicant.
12. The processing time for this fund may vary depending on the condition of the mother and child. It may take several weeks to several months based on the application and the respective authority.

Apply by Mail

1. To Register for Mother and Baby Unit Family Fund, the applicant can refer to the following link
2. The applicant has to download the application form from the following link
3. The applicant must provide all the requested information, ensuring that it is up-to-date and supported by relevant documentation. The applicant must double-check the form for any errors or omissions before submitting it and make sure that it is fully completed.
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
6. Mail all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office email address.
7. The application fee for this fund is free of cost.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents mailed to the authority by the applicant.
10. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
11. Once the application in accepted, the concerned authority will send an approval mail or SMS.
12. The processing time for this fund may vary depending on the condition of the mother and child. It may take several weeks to several months based on the application and the respective authority.

Apply by Post

1. To Register for Mother and Baby Unit Family Fund, the applicant can refer to the following link
2. The applicant has to download the application form from the following link
3. The applicant must provide all the requested information, ensuring that it is up-to-date and supported by relevant documentation. The applicant must double-check the form for any errors or omissions before posting it and make sure that it is fully completed.
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant should attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
6. Post all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office address.
7. The application fee for this fund is free of cost.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents mailed to the authority by the applicant.
10. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
11. Once the application is accepted, the concerned authority will send an approval letter to the applicants resident address via post or through email.
12. The processing time for this fund may vary depending on the condition of the mother and child. It may take several weeks to several months based on the application and the respective authority.

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Required Documents

• Completed application form link
• Proof of Identity
• Proof of Income
• Medical Documentation
• Supporting Documents

Office Locations & Contacts

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Financial Services
Caledonia House
140 Fifty Pitches Road
Glasgow
G51 4EB
Email: [email protected]
NHS Lothian
The Cashier Office
St John's Hospital at Howden
Howden Road West
Livingston
West Lothian
EH54 6PP
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0131 465 5561
Forms to
Cashiers Office at SJH,
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01506 523668 / 01506 522214
Contact link

Eligibility

• Partner or carer of the mother who is facing mental health problems after giving birth, is eligible to apply for the fund.
• Must be the residents of Scotland.
• Children of up to 16 years of age.
• Families who cannot afford extra expenses

Fees

• There is no specific fee charge required for the application of this fund.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

• Application form link

Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• The processing time for this fund may vary depending on the condition of the mother and child. It may take several weeks to several months based on the application and the respective authority.

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Instructions

• Evidence in the form of receipts or bank statements showing itemized expenditure should be kept and produced for all public transport and accommodation. No receipts are required for food and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• date of birth
• address
• Phone number
• Email address
• National Insurance Number
• details of family members (including their names, ages, and relationships)
• Financial Information (such as income, expenses, financial circumstances, etc.)
• Medical Information
• Housing Situation
• Support Networks
• Additional Circumstances

Need for the Document

• A Mother and Baby Unit (MBU) is a specialist inpatient unit for people who suffer from severe mental health problems during the stages of pregnancy or during the year after giving birth.
• The Mother and Baby Unit Family Fund (MBUFF) is designed to help partners, fathers, or main carers, in addition to existing children up to 16 years of age, to support them with the cost of visiting the MBU to maintain the family bond. To provide a claim of £500 for food, travel, and accommodation.

Information which might help

For more information link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g., Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

Link

Others

• The purpose of the fund is to assist families with the costs associated with accessing mother and baby units, which provide specialized care for mothers experiencing mental health difficulties during the perinatal period.