depression work and benefits?

[amylnb]

hi i was recently told i was suffering from depression....i was hoping to get a job as my boyfriend works 50 hours a week and after having a baby we need all the money possible....what can i do im to depressed to even consider work and we are struggling to live on the money we have now after paying the rent and all the bills...is there any type of help im entitled to or any other help i can get? thanks x

[boogieboogie]

If your partner is working and you have a baby you (as a family) should be entitled to Working Tax Credits or Working Families Tax Credits which is means tested. If you get a job would it cover the cost of childcare? Seek treatment for your illness and seek financial advice from the Citizen Advice Beauro who may help you with applications.