Carers Allowance

From 12th April 2010 Carers Allowance, the only state benefit specifically aimed at carers, will be made available to a greater number of those who are working.

Carer’s Allowance cannot be paid to a carer if they work and earn more than a set amount. The government has announced that this earnings limit will be raised from £95 to £100 after tax deductions - the first time it has been changed since 2007. For working families caring for a disabled child, the Carer’s Allowance rules allow certain childcare costs to be deducted from earnings, so some may qualify even though they are earning slightly more than £100 per week.From April, Carer’s Allowance will also rise from £53.10 per week to £53.90.
Contact a Family’s free Helpline can advise families with disabled children who want to know if the change in the rules will help them claim Carer’s Allowance. Call 0808 808 3555.

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