Finance and benefits
Carers allowance is a financial benefit that you may be entitled to if you:
- look after someone who gets a qualifying benefit
- look after that person for at least 35 hours a week
- are 16 years old or over
- are not in full-time education
- earn £128 a week or less
Visit the Gov UK Carer's Allowance page to find out more.
If you live in Southend and are an unpaid carer you may be able to get a free Southend Advantage Card.