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Applying for a Carers Allowance

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Hi everyone.
I'm soon to apply for a Carers Allowance in order to further look after my Mum.
I have an occupational pension from my career which exceeds the figure of £120 a week. Will I still be able to apply/qualify?
Also I wondered how long an application takes before you can get an initial response/verdict?
Thanks
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Hi,You occupational pension wouldn't stop you claiming Carers Allowance for your mum. However firstly you need to make sure your mum isn't claiming Severe disability premium (£64.30 per week) if she is then you claiming Carers allowance for looking after her would stop the SDP because she would no longer be entitled to it.
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No your pension shouldn’t affect your claim. However I would find out whether or not she is claiming SDP - severe disability premiums first. If they find out she is then they might decide to take away that benefit from her. Once you have found out if she is or not then you can get a copy of the application form.
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A quick search revealed that you or the person you are applying for must be receiving middle or higher rate care (higher rate mobility is not enough). It’s worth applying on behalf of your mother.
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curiousmom1996 said:A quick search revealed that you or the person you are applying for must be receiving middle or higher rate care (higher rate mobility is not enough). It’s worth applying on behalf of your mother.
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thara said:If they find out she is then they might decide to take away that benefit from her.
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poppy123456 said:thara said:If they find out she is then they might decide to take away that benefit from her.
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