Carer’s Allowance is money from the government to support people who spend a lot of time looking after someone who has a disability or health condition.
If someone helps you regularly with things like washing, dressing, going out, or taking medication - they might be called your carer.
They could be a parent, family member, or someone else who supports you.
They might be able to get Carer’s Allowance if:
- They care for you for at least 35 hours a week
- You get a benefit like Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- They earn less than a certain amount of money each week (after tax)
- They are aged 16 or over
Carer’s Allowance helps carers by giving them extra money for the important work they do.
Remember: Carers are important. If someone helps you every day, there is support for them too!