Carers allowance text.

[Naa29]

Hi all, applied for carers allowance for my son who has autism back in December (applied online). Had a text today to say a decision has been made and I’ll receive a letter within the next 10 days with my decision. Does that sound helpful or not??

He received middle rate care and low rate mobility DLA. I am struggling to work around his needs.

My partner works but am I right in thinking that’s my income and not my partners??

We don’t receive any other benefits.

[gamerchick]

Can't see why you wouldn't get it OP.

[Mammytoo3]

If you have been successful you will most likely receive a payment before the actual letter. Everyone who I know and myself did. Ours goes in on a Monday weekly. So maybe worth checking your bank on Monday xx

[Lindy2]

I think if you meet the criteria you get it. It's a tick box system and not subject to assessment of need like DLA.

Did you meet all the eligibility requirements? I also understand that sometimes you'll see the payment in your account before you get the letter.

[Naa29]

Thank you all! It’s taken 7 weeks to fingers crossed it’s all okay. Will they back pay from the date I applied?

I’ll wait for the letter 😃

[Kyriesmum1]

Hi yes they will back date it to th date they received your claim x

[Debz12]

Hi what was the outcome?just that I’ve received same text.was u rewarded?

[CRC96]

Hello,
I received this text on Thursday and wondering what people’s outcomes were that received this text. Did you get a payment on the Monday before the letter came in?