Benefits for carers

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If you are a carer you may be able to claim benefits such as Carer’s Allowance or Carer’s Credit. We explain how to get assessed and what’s available.

How to get a carer’s assessment

Last updated: Nov 2021

A carer’s assessment could help you get access to help and support. Find out how to get an assessment and how to get the most out of the process.

Carer’s Allowance

Last updated: Jan 2022

Find out if you could apply for Carer’s Allowance, a government benefit to help you out financially if you regularly care for someone but don't get paid for it

Universal Credit – carer element

Last updated: Nov 2021

Find out if you could apply for the carer element of Universal Credit, if you’re out of work or on a low income.

Carer’s Credit

Last updated: Nov 2021

Find out if you could apply for Carer’s Credit, a National Insurance credit that helps with gaps in your record if you can’t work due to being a carer.

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