Going back to college

[Englishbird]

If I wanted to go to college as a mature student (I'm 30) in something like design, is there any sort of grant or money i could get for living expenses? and where do i start if there are?

[justamum]

My son is 23 and has just started Uni. I don't know the age that mature students start from (?) but he has a grant to help him.

First point of call for us was the Local Education Authority at the local county council. They should be able to point you in the right direction

[pussyfoot]

Hi I have been off work on long term sick after suffering a brain hemorrhage due to a burst aneurysm in April this year I don't think going back to work will be an option as I also suffered a stroke on my left side related to the brain operation I had. How long can I get paid sick pay & as I understand where I work They can legally replace me after a certain length of time. what will happen when I can no longer get SSP as I will be unable to work but I can't live on nothing I know I caan't get JSA because I will not be actively looking for work i'm just so confused how everything works & it's making me more & more anxious.