There are many benefits available for unpaid carers and the people you care for. The welfare rights system can often be overwhelming, but it’s important to know what you’re entitled to.
Money Matters appointments
VOCAL offers appointments with our Money Matters team: Carer Support Practitioners with specialist knowledge in income maximisation. They can do a benefits check and support you with any applications. Contact your local carers’ centre to arrange an appointment.
Guide to benefits and entitlements
Our advice and information section contains more detailed information on the different kinds of benefits that carers may be eligable for, including eligibility criteria, amounts available, and how to apply.
eLearning resource
Join Beth from VOCAL Edinburgh as she talks through an overview of the benefits that carers may be eligible for.
Upcoming events
We also run free events for carers in our Carer Training programme. These include workshops on:
- The cost of living and how you can increase household income
- Benefits for people over state pension age
- How you can make money from your hobby