Social Welfare Assistance while being director of non-profit ltd company

Hi, was wondering if anyone could help me to find out if I am entitled to any kind of social welfare payment. I'm registered as self-employed, though not making anything at present due to financial climate. I'm a holistic therapist. I'm also co-director in non-profit making ltd company, also husband was self employed up to 3 months ago, now trying to claim on social welfare.
Dont get me wrong , we want to work and support our selves and our children, theres just no work out there.
Would really appreciate any advice, dont know what to do as Dept of social welfare not very helpful
WorkinMom

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Many thanks, brilliant concise thread, didnt see it before i posted,
Workingmom