So, how much is Carer’s Allowance per week? £81.90. It’s almost enough for a nice dinner for two, if you skip the wine. It’s not a goldmine. It’s a gold pebble.
But it’s also a badge. It says: “You’re doing something that matters.” And that’s worth more than a few quid. Even if the government’s math is weird.
If you’re caring for someone, claim it. The process is annoying, the amount is small, and the rules are absurd. But it’s your money. Plus, you’ll have a brilliant story to tell about the time you had to prove you weren’t in prison to get paid. That’s priceless.
