Contents
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
3
A CARERS GUIDE
4
GETTING HELP AND SUPPORT
2
10
Where to start
11
Carer’s assessment
13
Assessment for the person you care for
14
Coming out of hospital
15
Managing someone’s affairs
15
Taking a break
16
Equipment and technology
18
YOUR FINANCES
20
Getting information on benefits
21
Carer’s Allowance
22
Carer’s Credit
23
Benefits for the person you care for
24
Help with council tax
25
Other financial help
26
YOUR WORK
28
Working carers
29
Your rights in work
30
Getting support
32
DIRECTORY
34
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