I've got LCWRA. Can I have a carer of which I can claim carer allowance for?

Kassim_1957

hi, can I ask a question plz 

Kassim_1957

I have been on LCWRA since January 2020, I would like to ask you if it’s possible that I can have a carer of which I can claim carer  allowance for? 

poppy123456

Kassim_1957 said:

I have been on LCWRA since January 2020, I would like to ask you if it’s possible that I can have a carer of which I can claim carer  allowance for? 

No, LCWRA doesn't entitle anyone to claim Carers Allowance for looking after you. For this you must be receiving either PIP daily living or DLA mid/high rate care.

chiarieds

Hi @Kassim_1957 - & welcome to the community. I hope Poppy's reply has answered your query. You can't claim Carer's Allowance, rather another who may care for you. However, as Poppy says, there are certain eligibility criteria. Please see the following for confirmation: https://www.gov.uk/carers-allowance/eligibility

Kassim_1957

Thank you so much for the reply 

Lisatho11987777

I was told by dwp that because LCWRA is a higher payment than carers allowance it wouldn't benefit me as I am a carer to my mum 

calcotti

lisathomas50 said:

I was told by dwp that because LCWRA is a higher payment than carers allowance it wouldn't benefit me as I am a carer to my mum 

That is correct. You cannot receive both the LCWRA element and the carer element of UC so if you are entitled to LCWRA you are paid that because it is worth more.

Kassim_1957

Many Thanks for the valued informations