Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 24 January 2018
176. Deputy James Browne asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection when a carer's application will be considered in relation to a person (details supplied) in need of full time care; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3633/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraAn application for carer's allowance (CA) was received from the person concerned on 24 July 2017. It is a condition for receipt of a CA that the person being cared for must have such a disability that they require full-time care and attention.
This is defined as requiring from another person, continual supervision and frequent assistance throughout the day in connection with normal bodily functions or continual supervision in order to avoid danger to him or herself.
The evidence submitted in support of this application was examined and it was decided that it did not indicate that the requirement for full-time care was satisfied. The person concerned was notified on 24 October 2017 of this decision, the reason for it and of her right of review and appeal.
The person concerned requested a review and submitted additional evidence in support.
The outcome of this review is that the application was awarded to the person concerned on 22 January 2018, with effect from 27 July 2017, and the first payment will issue to her nominated post office on 1 February 2018.
Arrears of allowance due from 27 July 2017 to 31 January 2018 will also issue shortly.
The person concerned was notified on 22 January 2018 of this revised decision, the reason for it and of her right of review and appeal.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
