Tag: carers allowance eligibility
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Rules for Claiming Carer’s Allowance Explained
Caring for someone can be a full-time responsibility, especially when they have a disability or long-term health condition. In the UK, the government recognises this commitment by offering Carer’s Allowance – a benefit for people who provide regular and substantial care for someone else. But not everyone qualifies, and understanding the rules can be confusing.…
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Understanding Carer’s Allowance: Is It Means Tested?
What Financial Support Is Available for the UK’s Unpaid Carers? In the UK, more than 6.5 million people are informal carers—looking after family members, partners, or friends who need help due to illness, disability, or mental health conditions. Most of this care is unpaid, often provided at great personal cost, with carers sacrificing employment, financial…