Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 October 2024
145. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if the processing of a carer's benefit application submitted by a person (details supplied) will be prioritised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39261/24]
View answerCarer's Benefit is a payment made to insured people who leave the workforce or reduce their working hours to care for a child or an adult in need of full-time care and attention.
To qualify, the Carer must satisfy PRSI conditions; employment conditions; show that they are providing full-time care and attention; and must show that the care recipient requires full-time care and attention.
An application for Carer's Benefit was received from the person concerned on the 23 September 2024.
A Deciding Officer examined the application and determined that further information is required before a formal decision can be made. A request for said information issued on the 27 September 2024.
On receipt of the required information a Deciding Officer will make a formal decision on the Carer's Benefit application and the person concerned will be notified in writing.
If, the person concerned is in financial need, they may contact their local Community Welfare Officer regarding payment of a Supplementary Welfare Allowance while awaiting a decision.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
