Access to Work Information
Access to Work is an incredible scheme once
you’ve got through the process, but it can be an
overwhelming and frustrating process which isn’t at all Neurodivergent friendly.
Fewer than 1% of eligible people apply for and receive Access to Work funding
(correct as of 2024) and having personally benefitted from the support we’ve
been able to have because of AtW funding, we want to help others do the same
by raising awareness and answering your quest ions about the fundamentals of
the scheme and providing some further guidance and information packs.
What is Access to Work?
Access to Work is a Government grant scheme to support people with disabilities, physical or mental health conditions or
learning differences.
ADHD is one of the conditions under which you can apply for support. You do not need to be diagnosed.
The grant can provide you with important support for starting, or staying in work
It can include specialist equipment, support workers and job aides, coaching, training and more.
Access to Work Information
Access to Work is an incredible scheme once
you’ve got through the process, but it can be an
overwhelming and frustrating process which isn’t at
all Neurodivergent friendly.
Fewer than 1% of eligible people apply for and receive Access to Work funding
(correct as of 2024) and having personally benefitted from the support we’ve
been able to have because of AtW funding, we want to help others do the same
by raising awareness and answering your quest ions about the fundamentals of
the scheme and providing some further guidance and information packs.
What is Access to Work?
Access to Work is a Government grant scheme to support people with disabilities, physical or mental health conditions or
learning differences.
ADHD is one of the conditions under which you can apply for support. You do not need to be diagnosed.
The grant can provide you with important support for starting, or staying in work
It can include specialist equipment, support workers and job aides, coaching, training and more.
Am I eligible for Access to Work?
You can apply if:
What can Access to Work do for ADHD?
- Specialist equipment, such as a second screen
- Software such as speech to text or grammar checking
- Support workers such as job aides to help you with tasks you find
challenging due to your condition - Neurodiversity training and Coaching
Am I eligible for Access to Work?
You can apply if:
What can Access to Work do for ADHD?
- Specialist equipment, such as a second screen
- Software such as speech to text or grammar checking
- Support workers such as job aides to help you with tasks you find
challenging due to your condition - Neurodiversity training and Coaching
Access to Work ADHD Coaching and Coping Strategy Training
We understand the power and importance of verbal processing for many of us ADHD coaching can form a key part of your success in work and can help you
- Understand your ADHD better from both an educational and personal standpoint
- Develop tools, systems and strategies which work for you and your brain
- Build better communication skills and learn how to set strong boundaries
- Support and motivate yourself
- Improve your confidence and self-esteem
- Learn how to manage emotional disregulation and challenges such as RSD (Rejection Sensitive
Dysphoria) - Plan, prioritise and organise better
- Understand and manage your energy levels
- Find more balance between work, self care and creativity
Working with The ADHD Empowerment Space via Access to Work
Access to Work (ATW) can be a brilliant way to fund ADHD coaching, but we know the process can
feel overwhelming or unclear.
At The ADHD Empowerment Space, most of our clients are funded through ATW, and we’ve supported
countless individuals not just through coaching, but also through navigating the application process
itself.
Here’s how we can help:
Before you apply
We can walk you through
the steps and provide
clear, ADHD-friendly
guidance to help you get
started.
Quotes for your application
We’ll create Access to
Work-specific quotes
tailored to your needs
and award structure.
During the process
Need help liaising with your caseworker? We’re happy to advocate for your needs and clarify any details on your behalf.Before you apply
We can walk you through
the steps and provide
clear, ADHD-friendly
guidance to help you get
started.
Quotes for your application
We’ll create Access to
Work-specific quotes
tailored to your needs
and award structure.