Carer's Allowance
October 3, 2023
If you care for someone at least 35 hours a week you may be eligible forCarer’s Allowance. Caring can include washing and cooking support, accompanying them to appointments and helping with daily tasks.
Carer’s Allowance can affect other benefits received by the carer and the child.
Who is it for?
Anyone caring for a child who gets the middle or higher rate care component ofDisability Living Allowanceor similar
You must be caring for them for at least 35 hours per week
Your earnings must be £139 or less per week after tax, National Insurance and expenses
You don’t have to be related to, or living with, the person you are caring for
However, if someone else also cares for the same person, only one of you can claim
You don’t get paid extra if you care for more than one person
It is available to people living in England, Scotland or Wales
How to claim?
You can apply for Carer’s Allowance on theGOV.UK website.
More information and support
For more information about Carer’s Allowance, or support with applying, please visitScope.