Hi,
I am caring for a relative who is receiving P.I.P.
I want to switch from Jobseeker's Allowance to Carer's Allowance
there is a lot of information online about which benefits are available
I can't find anything about how long it takes to be awarded Carer's Allowance,
when I should notify the jobcentre that I am applying for Carer's Allowance,
and if I can claim Jobseeker's Allowance until I get Carer's Allowance?
I was also wondering if I am eligible to receive backdated Carer's Allowance and whether I would still have to be on The Work Programme?
I apologise for all the questions, but I'm sure there will be other people in the same position as me who will also find the information useful.