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Letter: Don't miss out on carers' allowance - 05/03/10
From April 12, 2010, Carer's Allowance, the only state benefit specifically aimed at carers, will be made available to a greater number of those who are working.
From April 12, 2010, Carer's 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.
It's good news for carers in Peterborough who provide 35 hours a week of care but are just missing out on Carer's Allowance.
From April, Carer's Allowance will rise from 53.10 per week to 53.90.
Contact a Family supports families who care for a disabled child.
Working families with disabled children are under enormous pressure juggling their employment and caring responsibilities. It is vital that they ensure they are getting all the financial support available to them.
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.
Srabani Sen
Chief Executive,
Contact a Family,
209-211 City Road,
London,
EC1V 1JN
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