Hi, my name is tessdee71! I’m needing some advice please regarding claiming carers element for ...
tessdee71
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hi 👋 I’m needing some advice please regarding claiming carers element for my child , I get lcwra is there any point in claiming it ? Many thanks
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As you get LCWRA you won't also be entitled to receive Carers Element. Under UC the same person cannot get both.
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ah ok thank you.
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Welcome @tessdee71
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If your child gets a qualifying benefit, you may be entitled to the Disabled Child Element of UC if not already claiming that one.
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Hi @tessdee71 and a warm welcome to the community!
I see you've already recieved some good advice by Kimi and OverlyAnxious so I won't add anything else today but it's lovely to have you here and I hope you enjoy your time on the community!
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