Hi, my name is Jace55! Do I apply for carers?

Jace55
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hi i’m 57 on pip for last 15years my wife is my carer, unfortunately she is now on pip, we also get esa , is it a good idea for me to try for carers for her as i am on higher rate pip . thank you
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More information is needed before I can advise you. Does her PIP include the daily living part?
Are there any adults living with you? If so are they either registered blind or do they claim a qualifying disability benefit their self, such as PIP daily living, DLA mid/high rate care or AA?
Who's the main claimant of the ESA claim?0 -
i am main esa claimant,and am on higher rate mobility, my wife is on lower rate mobility, i have my 15yr daughter and a 22yr son who works full time living at home . hope this helps0
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Thank you, that helps. The reason I asked that was because of the Severe Disability Premium but because your son lives at home you won’t be entitled to that unless he claims a qualifying disability benefit himself.
Yes, you can claim carers allowance for looking after your wife. The quickest way to claim is online. If her PIP was awarded within the last 3 months then you can ask for it to be backdated to the start of your claim. Your weekly income will increase by £42.75/week.0 -
Hello @jace55
I see Poppy has been able to help with your query. I just wanted to welcome you to the community!0 -
thank you it’s lovely to have somewhere that can help.0
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