Caring for someone?

This is a general guide to benefits you may be able to get from Jobcentre Plus and other offices if you are of working age. For more information contact Jobcentre Plus.

Carer's Allowance

If you are caring for someone who is sick or disabled and getting one these benefits:

• Attendance Allowance,
• Constant Attendance Allowance,
• Disability Living Allowance (at the middle or highest rate for personal care),
• Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit,
• War Pensions Constant Attendance Allowance.

Find out more about Carer's Allowance

Jobseeker's Allowance

If you are not working or working on average less than 16 hours a week. Find out more about Jobseeker's Allowance.

Help for carers

Find out more if you need help or support with caring for someone.