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‘I'm a carer: what can I claim?’
> ‘What are my options if I am not entitled to Carer’s Allowance?’
>> ‘I am one of a couple, and am caring for my partner (and we’re too young to get Pension Credit)’
Remember that if you are not getting Carer’s Allowance the advice on this page is only any use to you if one of the following applies to you:
If you are having to care for your partner, it is likely (but not certain) that your partner is already getting income based Employment and Support Allowance for you both as a couple. It’s hard to see how they could be so disabled that you are ‘regularly and substantially engaged in caring’ but still be regarded as fit for work, although sometimes the Jobcentre Plus doesn’t agree…

If your partner is getting income based Employment and Support Allowance


If your partner is not getting income based Employment and Support Allowance





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