Mr Hilton told BBC Radio Manchester that although the lifting of the benefit cap would not help him instantly, he hoped it would improve matters when it comes into effect next April.
“Hopefully, it will start getting brighter and I hope it does for the kids’ sake,” Mr Hilton said. “They need some happiness in their lives.”
Mr Hilton said he was struggling to deal with not only grieving for his late wife but also the sudden financial uncertainty.
“I get £24 a month for the baby’s milk and it’s costing me £25 a week,” he said.
“That’s before getting wipes and nappies and things like that.
“It’s very hard and difficult. The price of food has gone so high.