Carer's Allowance
Carer's Allowance is a UK Government Allowance to help you look after someone with substantial caring needs. You don’t have to be related to, or live with, the person you care for although you do need to spend at least 35 hours-a-week caring for them.
Who to contact
- Telephone
- 0800 731 0297
- cau.customer-services@dwp.gsi.gov.uk
- Website
- www.gov.uk/carers-allowance
- Notes
Lines are open Monday to Thursday 8.30am - 5.00pm, Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm
Where to go
- Notes
The Carer's Allowance Unit can be contacted at Palatine House, Lancaster Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 1HB