Social Welfare Grant Worth €1,850 Set to be Distributed Next Week
A social welfare grant worth €1,850 is scheduled to be paid out to recipients next week. The Carer’s Support Grant, distributed annually by the Department of Social Protection, aims to alleviate the financial strain on carers by assisting with specific care-related expenses or covering everyday costs. The upcoming payment is slated to be disbursed on Thursday, June 6, automatically reaching individuals receiving the Carer’s Allowance (both full rate and half-rate), Carer’s Benefit, or Domiciliary Care Allowance. Notably, only one Carer’s Support Grant is allocated per person in care, and the payment is not subject to means testing.
To qualify for the Carer’s Support Grant, individuals must meet the following criteria:
– Aged 16 or above
– Ordinarily residing in Ireland
– Providing full-time care for at least six months to the individual in need, including the first Thursday in June
– Residing with the care recipient (or meeting specific criteria if not cohabiting, such as prompt and direct communication access)
During the six-month care period, applicants must refrain from:
– Working over 18.5 hours per week as an employee or through self-employment
– Enrolling in an education or training course exceeding 18.5 hours weekly
– Receiving Jobseeker’s Allowance or Jobseeker’s Benefit
– Claiming credited contributions
– Residing in a hospital, convalescent home, or similar institution
In June 2023, the Carer’s Support Grant amounted to €1,850, and the funds are non-taxable. For those already receiving Carer’s Allowance, Carer’s Benefit, or Domiciliary Care Allowance, no additional application is necessary. However, individuals not currently receiving these payments must complete an application form, accessible here, for each care recipient.
For further information on the Carer’s Support Grant and eligibility requirements, please refer to the official resources provided.