To be eligible for Carer's Allowance, you must be caring for a severely disabled person who receives certain benefits. Here’s a quick overview of the eligibility criteria from Preston's council information:
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Living Arrangement | Must be resident in the same dwelling as the person receiving care. |
| Hours of Care | Must provide care for an average of 35 hours per week. |
| Disabled Person's Benefit | The person you care for must receive one of the following benefits: |
| - Attendance Allowance | |
| - Middle to highest rate of the care component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) | |
| - Constant Attendance Allowance | |
| - Standard or enhanced rate of the daily living component of Personal Independence Payments (PIP) | |
| Family Relationship | You cannot qualify if the person you care for is your husband, wife, partner, civil partner, or a child under 18. |
If you meet these criteria, you may be eligible for Carer's Allowance. For more details on how to apply, check Preston's brief guide to benefits.