Carer's Allowance

Carer’s Allowance is a benefit to help a person who looks after someone that is disabled. You do not have to be related to, or live with, the person you care for.  

This is a guide only. For more information contact the Benefit Enquiry Line on 0800 88 22 00 

Who Can Claim Carer’s Allowance? 

You can claim Carer’s Allowance if you are aged 16 or over and spend at least 35 hours a week caring for a person that receives Attendance Allowance, Disability Living Allowance (at the middle or highest rate for personal care), or Constant Attendance Allowance.

You cannot claim Carer’s Allowance if you are in full-time education with 21 hours or more a week or you earn more than £95 a week after certain deductions.   

For more information call the Benefit Enquiry Line on

0800 88 22 00   

Last Updated December 2010