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

Jace55

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

poppy123456

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?

Jace55

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 helps 

poppy123456

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. 

Hannah_Alumni

Hello @jace55

I see Poppy has been able to help with your query. I just wanted to welcome you to the community!  

Jace55

thank you it’s lovely to have somewhere that can help.