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.
An application for CA was received from the person concerned on 14 May 2018.
As the person concerned failed to supply any supporting documentation with their application, this was requested from them on 24 September 2018. Once the information is received the application will be processed without delay and the person concerned notified directly of the outcome.
CA recipients automatically qualify for the Carer's Support Grant, an annual payment of €1,700, which is not means-tested or taxed, Free Travel and, if they are living with the care recipient, the Household Benefits package.
They can also register for a GP Visit card through the Health Service Executive.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.