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Benefits when caring for someone

Guide to benefits when caring for someone

Overview of the different areas covered in this section

Carer's Allowance - introduction (caring for someone section)

How to get Carer's Allowance if you're caring for a sick or disabled person

Attendance Allowance - introduction (people with disabilities section)

A tax-free benefit for people aged 65 or over who have an illness or disability and need help with personal care

Constant Attendance Allowance (people with disabilities section)

Claiming Constant Attendance Allowance money if you're disabled and getting Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit or a War Disablement Pension

Disability Living Allowance - introduction (people with disabilities section)

A benefit for adults aged under 65 with an illness or a disability who have care needs or who are terminally ill

Crisis Loans (money, tax and benefits section)

Information about getting an interest-free Crisis Loan to help with an emergency or disaster

On a low income (money, tax and benefits section)

If you are on a low income you may be able to get financial help, depending on your circumstances

One-off fuel allowance payment (money, tax and benefits section)

More than 250,000 people in Northern Ireland will benefit from a one-off fuel allowance payment this winter