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Financial Support for Carers

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Carers Allowance

Who is it for

Anyone who is not in full-time education and is regularly caring for someone for at least 35 hours per week.

You will not be able to receive Carers Allowance if you receive your state pension (or other work replacement benefits) and it is higher than the weekly amount of Carers Allowance.

How it works

Your entitlement is worked out by assessing the type of income you have, and if you work, how much you earn. Claiming Carers Allowance can affect the person you care for if they are in receipt of income-related benefits.

You can find out more about Carers Allowance on the following links:

  • Carers Allowance - GOV.UK
  • Carer's allowance and payment advice - Age UK

 

  • Next page: Carers Credit

Contact the Adult Social Care Team

To find out more about adult social care services, request an assessment, or make an enquiry, please get in touch.

Telephone: 01709 822330

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Further information for carers

  • Help with saving money
  • Additional support for carers
  • Read the Carers Strategy
  • Find out more about paying for your care
  • Planning ahead

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