Resources: Financial Support

This guide brings together helpful advice for carers, covering some of the common challenges you might face and ways to manage them. It includes practical tips, information on support available, and guidance to help you feel more confident and supported in your caring role.

This guide explains what Attendance Allowance is and how it can help if the person you care for needs extra support due to illness or disability. It covers who can claim, how to apply, and what to expect from the process — helping you understand what support may be available and how to access it.

This guide explains what Carer’s Allowance is and how it can support you in your caring role. It covers who is eligible, how to apply, and how it may affect your other benefits — helping you understand what you’re entitled to and how to access the support available.

This guide explains how council tax support works for carers and what help you may be entitled to. It covers available discounts and reductions, how to apply, and what to do if you’re struggling with payments — helping you understand your options and feel more in control of your situation.