Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 May 2019
258. Deputy Willie O'Dea asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection when a decision will be made on a carer's allowance application by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20992/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraCarer'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.
CA has been in payment to the person concerned for one care recipient since 24 April 2008.
CA was awarded to the person concerned on 10 May 2019, in respect of a 2nd care recipient with effect from 7 September 2017 and the first payment will issue to her nominated post office on 16 May 2019.
Arrears for the period 7 September 2017 to 15 May 2019 will issue shortly.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
