To get this you must:
- care for someone whose care needs score is high enough on the adult or child assessment tools
- care for someone who'll have these needs for at least 12 months
- meet an income test.
Read the full conditions under who can get it.
Carer Allowance
For people who give additional daily care to someone with a disability, medical condition, or and adult who is frail aged.
Page last updated: 10 December 2021
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