Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 2 April 2019
532. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if she will review eligibility for a carer's allowance in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14821/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy department received an application for carer’s allowance (CA) from the person concerned on 4 December 2018. Carer's allowance (CA) is a means-tested social assistance payment, made to persons who are providing full-time care and attention to a person who has such a disability that they require that level of care.
The evidence submitted in support of this application was examined and the deciding officer decided that although a certain level of care was being provided the level involved did not amount to full-time care.
The person concerned was notified on 1 March 2019 of this decision, the reason for it and of her right of review and appeal.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
