My Mum is newly diagnosed with Alzheimer's. She lives alone. I do her shopping, arrange her medical appointments and look after her finances. She cooks (microwave ready meals), washes up, looks after herself, does her cleaning etc.
The dementia advisor person who called me gave me all the advice about applying for Attendance allowance. But I don't think I should - my Mum doesn't need that much help at the moment and she has enough money.
Apart from money and access to Council tax disregard and blue badge, are there any other reasons I should apply at the moment? Or should I wait until she is worse and needs much more assistance?
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Dementia and Alzheimer's
Attendance Allowance
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FiveFoxes · 13/03/2024 22:15
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canttellyouwhereorwhatido ·
14/03/2024 19:37
shellyleppard · 13/03/2024 22:42
Carers allowance is paid for helping with shopping, housework etc. attendance allowance is for help with washing/dressing/ personal care x
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