What is Options+?
Options+ is a leisure discount scheme that offers significant savings to residents and non residents on leisure activities across Dudley.
What are the benefits?
50% off reservations, compact disc, cassette and video hire – Dudley Libraries
50% off Sport Courses, swimming instruction, swimming, badminton, squash/racketball, bowls, table tennis, climbing, fitness suites, fitness classes and spectators on a casual 'no-prior booking' basis – Leisure Centres and Sports Development
Himley Bonfire & Under 5's fun day
Tickets to selected shows – Halls and Entertainment
Who can apply for Options+
A registered Jobseeker and in receipt of Jobseekers Allowance
- In receipt of Working Tax Credit, Income Support, Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit
- In receipt of Incapacity Benefit, Disability Living Allowance, and Carer's Allowance
- Registered on Dudley's Carer's Network
- A Blue Badge holder
- Resident in a Dudley Targeted Postcode
- An Asylum Seeker
- A Foster family
- A Child in residential care
- A Modern Apprentice
- A full time student
- Pension Credit (Guarantee Element)
- Armed Forces Veteran
What is a Dudley Targeted Postcode?
These neighbourhoods have been classified as areas of deprivation within the borough. Those applicants whose postcode is in on of these areas will be eligible to Options+.
What is the Carer’s Network?
Social Services have a Carers’ Network for carers who provide care and support to a family member or friend who has a long term illness or disability.If you would like any information about the Network or would like a registration form, contact 01384 818723. Those listed on the Carer’s network are eligible to the Options+ scheme.
Can I apply even if I live outside the borough?
Yes, for all categories except Child in Residential Care, Dudley Targeted Postcode and Carer’s Network.
Will my partner/children be eligible?
Dependants of the main applicant will be eligible under all categories except for Full Time Students and Modern Apprentices. Dependant children must be under 16.
How do I join?
You will need to complete an application form. These are available to print off online www.dudley.gov.uk/options or at one of the leisure centres listed below. Take the completed form to one of the leisure centres with a recent utility/proof of address and proof of eligibility. Photos will be taken at site and all applicants/dependants must be present.
What proof is required?
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Proof |
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1. Registered Jobseeker
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Letter - Job Centre
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2. Working Tax Credit
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Award notice / letter
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3. Income Support
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Letter - Job Centre
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4. Housing Benefit
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Council letter H94
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5. Council Tax Benefit
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Council letter H94
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6. Incapacity Benefit
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Award notice / letter
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7. Disability Living Allowance
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Award notice / letter
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8. Carer's Allowance
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Entitlement letter
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9. Dudley Carer's Network
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Letter from Dudley Carer's Network
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10. Blue Badge
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Blue Badge ID
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11. Dudley Targeted Postcode
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Post Code - recent utility bill
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12. Asylum Seeker
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Proof of residency in Dudley (letter from - Housing Services) plus Home Office ARC
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13. Foster family
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Letter from Dudley Social Services
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14. Child in residential care
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Letter from Dudley Social Services
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15. Modern Apprentice
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Letter from learning provider
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16. Full time student
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Full time Student Union Card or college enrolment letter
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17. Pension Credit
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Award Notice/ letter
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18. Attendance Allowance
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Award Notice/ letter
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19. Employment Support Allowance
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Award Notice/ letter |
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20. Armed Forces Veteran
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Discharge Papers/Form
Record of Service
Pay statement or P60
British Veterans Recognition Card
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Is there a cost to join?
Yes, there is a £2.50 charge to join for adults, however under 16’s are free.
NB Under 16's will be charged £1.00 to join from 1 January 2012
How long does the membership last?
The membership last 12 months, after which customers will need to renew.
Can I use my membership straight away?
Yes.
Which leisure centres accept my Options+ membership?
The following leisure facilities accept Options+
