Spotlight - Benefits Spotlight on Benefits Your caring role may entitle you to apply for certain benefits. Here is your starter kit: Spotlight on Benefits What benefits are carers entitled to? You may be entitled to a range of benefits and support:Carer's Allowance: This is a weekly benefit paid to people who spend at least 35 hours a week caring for someone. To qualify, you must be over 16 years of age, not in full-time education, and earning less than £139 or less a week after tax, National Insurance and expenses.Carer's Credit: If you're unable to work because of caring responsibilities, you can apply for Carer's Credit. This will help you to build up National Insurance credits, which will count towards your state pension.Council Tax Reduction: Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for a reduction in your council tax. This will vary depending on the local authority in which you live. You may also be entitled to a council tax re-band for home adaptations.Disabled Facilities Grant: If you're caring for someone with a disability, you may be eligible for a Disabled Facilities Grant. This can help you to make adaptations to your home to make it more suitable for the person you're caring for.Pension Credit: If you're over the age of 60 and caring for someone, you may be eligible for Pension Credit. This is a means-tested benefit designed to help people on a low income.Attendance Allowance: If you're caring for someone over the age of 65, the person you care for may be eligible for Attendance Allowance. This is a tax-free benefit designed to help with the cost of personal care.Respite Care: the person you care for may be entitled to respite care. This is a short-term break which can be arranged either in the person's home or in a residential setting.It's worth noting that the benefits available to carers can change depending on circumstances, and the rules around eligibility can be complex. If you're unsure about what benefits you're entitled to, you can contact Worcestershire Association of Carers for further information, support and advice. You can also attend one of our free training courses covering all things legal and financial. Legal and Financial You can also find out more here at the gov.uk website. Carers Benefits