How Wired Differently can support you with your Access to Work application
For many neurodivergent individuals and people with disabilities, the workplace can present unnecessary barriers - not because of a lack of ability, but because the right support simply isn't in place.
The UK Government's Access to Work (AtW) grant exists to change that, by funding practical, personalised workplace support so you can thrive in your role.
Yet many people who are entitled to this support never apply. The process can feel confusing, bureaucratic, or simply overwhelming — especially if you're already navigating the daily challenges of a neurodivergent profile. At Wired Differently, we're here to change that.
What Is the Access to Work Grant?
Access to Work is a government-funded scheme that supports people with a disability, long-term health condition, or neurodivergent profile — including ADHD, autism, dyslexia and dyspraxia. It is designed to remove practical barriers in the workplace so you can perform at your best.
What can the grant can fund?
Workplace coaching
Assistive technology and specialist equipment
Mental health support
Communication support
Travel support if public transport isn't accessible
Other reasonable workplace adjustments
Importantly, Access to Work is not means-tested and does not affect your other benefits. Its purpose is straightforward: to help you start, stay, and succeed in work.
Why Applying for Access to Work Can Feel Difficult
Although the scheme is genuinely valuable, the application process can feel daunting. Many people are unsure whether they qualify, what support they can request, or how to clearly explain their workplace challenges. The prospect of an Access to Work assessment can add another layer of anxiety.
Neurodivergent people often minimise their difficulties or find it hard to translate day-to-day challenges into formal language. This can lead to under-requesting support — or not applying at all. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone, and you do not have to navigate it by yourself.
How Wired Differently Supports Your Access to Work Application
At Wired Differently, we guide you through every stage of your Access to Work grant application, from identifying your needs to preparing for your assessment.
Clarifying Your Needs
We help you identify the specific workplace barriers you're experiencing and define the practical support that would make a meaningful difference to your working life.
Step-by-Step Application Guidance
We support you in completing your Access to Work application clearly and confidently, ensuring you understand what to include and how to present your needs effectively.
Assessment Preparation
We help you prepare for your Access to Work assessment so you can communicate your challenges clearly, advocate for the support you need, and feel confident going in.
Funded Coaching and Ongoing Support
If your Access to Work grant includes coaching, we can continue working with you using your funded sessions. Together, we'll help you develop sustainable strategies, strengthen executive functioning skills, reduce overwhelm, and build your self-advocacy.
Who Can Apply for Access to Work?
You may be eligible if you are:
Employed, whether full-time or part-time
Self-employed
Starting a new role
Returning to work after a period of absence
Completing an apprenticeship
If you have a disability, chronic condition, or neurodivergent profile, it is worth exploring your eligibility. Many people are surprised to find they qualify.
Empowering You to Thrive at Work
At Wired Differently, we believe Access to Work support should feel empowering. Your neurodivergent profile comes with real strengths. With the right adjustments in place, those strengths have the space to flourish.
If you're considering applying for an Access to Work grant in the UK, we're here to help you navigate the process with clarity, confidence, and genuine understanding.
Find out more on our Access to Work support page and reach out to us to find out how we can support you.