Carer's Allowance

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You could get paid an allowance each week if you care for someone at least 35 hours a week and they get certain benefits.

You do not have to be related to, or live with, the person you care for.

You do not get paid extra if you care for more than one person.

If someone else also cares for the same person as you, only one of you can claim Carer’s Allowance.

Carer’s Allowance can affect the other benefits that you and the person you care for get. You have to pay tax on it if your income is over the Personal Allowance.

Contact

Telephone
0800 731 0297 0800 731 0297
E-mail
cau.customer-services@dwp.gsi.gov.uk
Website
https://www.gov.uk/carers-allowance
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Last Updated: 28 February 2023

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