What is Critical Illness Insurance?
Critical Illness Insurance pays out a tax free lump sum if you are diagnosed with a serious condition such as cancer, a heart attack, or a stroke. It is designed to ease financial pressure during recovery, helping you keep up with bills, mortgage payments, or medical costs.
Morrow acts as your trusted broker, searching the market to find a policy that fits your circumstances. We help you compare cover, understand what is included, and choose protection that gives you confidence and security if the unexpected happens.
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What can you use Critical Illness Insurance for?
Critical Illness Insurance gives you the space and support to recover without financial stress. A payout can be used in whatever way helps most, from maintaining your household bills to covering specialist treatment or taking time away from work. It’s designed to protect your financial stability when life doesn’t go to plan.
Covering Living Costs
Use your payout to manage everyday expenses, such as mortgage or rent payments, utilities, groceries and childcare, so you can focus on recovery.
Medical and Recovery Costs
Pay for private healthcare, rehabilitation or other treatments that help you recover faster and more comfortably.
Supporting Your Family
Give your loved ones peace of mind knowing they can manage household finances if you’re unable to work due to serious illness.
Adjusting Your Lifestyle
Use your cover to adapt your home or lifestyle to new circumstances, whether that means home modifications, reduced working hours or additional care while you recover.
What should I consider when choosing
life insurance?
Choosing the right policy depends on your health, lifestyle and what you want to protect. Here are some key things to think about:
What illnesses are covered?
Each insurer’s policy lists the conditions included. We’ll help you understand exactly what’s covered so there are no surprises later.
How much cover do I need?
Think about your mortgage, household bills and other commitments you’d need to manage if you couldn’t work for a period of time.
How long should the cover last?
You can choose a term that aligns with your mortgage, family commitments or working life.
Do I want standalone or combined cover?
Critical Illness Insurance can be a standalone policy or added to life insurance for broader protection.
What can I afford monthly?
We’ll help you balance comprehensive protection with an affordable premium that fits your budget.
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