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How do I get help? Assessments made clear (Factsheet EW1017)
Local councils can provide help and support for disabled people and their carers. The way they make a decision about the help and support that they can provide is by carrying out an assessment. There are different assessments for carers, disabled people and for parents of disabled children. This factsheet explains how these assessments can support you in your caring role.
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Caring about your pension: a carer's guide to pensions (Booklet UK9023)
Advice and information on preparing for your pension and support for carers already receiving their pensions.
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Coming out of hospital (Factsheet EW1014)
This guide provides carers with information on what to expect when a patient is coming out of hospital.
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Taking a break (Factsheet EW1016)
Everyone needs a change and time off occasionally. This is especially true for carers. This factsheet looks at what help is available to help the carer get a range of breaks, including holidays and short breaks as well as implications for benefits.
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Disability Living Allowance & Attendance Allowance (Factsheet UK1015)
Disability Living Allowance is a benefit for disabled people aged under 65 who find it difficult to care for themselves. Attendance Allowance is a benefit for disabled people aged 65 or over, who find it difficult to care for themselves. This factsheet explains these benefits in detail, who should claim, and how.
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Carer's Allowance and the carer premium / addition (Factsheet UK1013)
Carer’s Allowance is the main benefit for carers. This factsheet provides an overview of the benefit, who can get it and how to apply. It also covers the carer premium / addition.
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