Hi looking for advice I’m 63 and have been my dads carer for the last 7 years I do not get carers allowance as have been told they just take it off my dad anyway so thought why bother,
I took early retirement so I only get my contribution paid for my pension. I have asked my GP if I can have a covid jab and they have said am I a registered carer? I have no idea if I am because I get pension contributions only. I look after my dad for more than 37 hours a week Any advice would be helpful.
Thank you
Hi & welcome Jacqui
Have a read of this link …
https://www.carersuk.org/forum/44/carers-removed-from-vaccine-list-42910?start=70&p=440888#p440888
Hi Jacqui and welcome to the forum
You should be entitled to some support for looking after your Dad. Have a look through our support pages here :
You’re welcome to call our advice line with any questions about benefits and allowances:
0808 808 7777 from Monday to Friday, 9am – 6pm or by email advice@carersuk.org
Best wishes
Jane