Carers UK guide to financial support

Carers UK have information on different forms of financial support you might be entitled to as a carer, or you may wish to claim on behalf of someone you care for.

Their website explains the options available with helpful tips on how to understand the system and seek help. See www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/financial-support or see the specific pages as below:

• What is Carer’s Allowance?
• Benefits for carers who are working age
• Benefits for carers who are pension age
• Benefits if you are disabled, ill or injured
• Benefits calculator
• Help with health and care costs
• Help with bills and household costs
• Dealing with debt
• Benefit cap