Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)
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Carer's Allowance (CA) is a means-tested social assistance payment made to a person who is habitually resident in the State and who is providing full-time care and attention to a child or an adult who has such a disability that as a result they require that level of care.

I confirm that my Department received an application for Carer’s Allowance (CA) from the person concerned on 9 February 2024.

The application was referred to a local Social Welfare Inspector (SWI) on 15 February 2024 to assess the level of care being provided, assess means and confirm that all the conditions for receipt of CA are satisfied.

The SWI met with the person concerned on 16 February 2024 and requested additional documents. The SWI issued a follow up letter to the person concerned on the 14 March 2024 outlining the required documents.

Once the documents are received and the SWI has reported, a decision will be made, and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.

I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.