Can I get help with my NHS health costs if I've received a care package under Section 117 of the Mental Health Act?

If you get your medication through Section 117 of the Mental Health Act, whoever is arranging your care package will arrange for you to collect your medication at pre-arranged locations.

If you collect any additional NHS prescriptions which are not part of your care package, you must pay unless you get a qualifying benefit or exemption.

If you need an additional prescription as part of your aftercare, contact your care package provider directly.

You can apply for further help with your NHS health costs through the NHS Low Income Scheme by completing an HC1 application.

Check what help you could get to pay for NHS costs and apply online.