Get benefits if you're nearing the end of life

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If you're caring for someone who's nearing the end of life

Check if the person you care for can get certain benefits more quickly and at a higher rate.

You’ll need to become an appointee to apply on behalf of someone else, unless you’re applying for:

  • Attendance Allowance
  • Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
  • Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for children

Check if you can get carers benefits

You may be eligible for financial support if you care for someone who is nearing the end of life.

If you care for someone for at least 35 hours a week, check if you can get Carer’s Allowance.

If you care for someone for at least 20 hours a week and you’re under State Pension age, check if you can get Carer’s Credit.

Help and support

If you need support for carers or with applying for benefits you can get help from the following organisations: