Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 November 2022
456. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Social Protection when an carer's allowance application will be processed in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57679/22]
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.
An application for Carer’s Allowance (CA) was received from the person concerned on 13 October 2022.
The application was referred to a local Social Welfare Inspector (SWI) on 21 October 2022 to assess the level of care being provided, assess means and confirm that all the conditions for receipt of Carer’s Allowance are satisfied.
The inspector interviewed the person concerned on the 7 November 2022 and requested additional documentation on the day of the interview. Once the documentation is received and the SWI has reported, a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.
An application for a Carer's Support Grant (CSG) was also received from the person concerned on 19 October 2022.
The Carer's Support Grant (CSG) is an annual payment for carers who look after a person in need of full-time care and attention. The payment is made regardless of the carer's means but is subject to certain conditions.
The CSG application was referred to a local SWI on 08 November 2022. A decison on the CSG application cannot issue until the SWI investigation is completed. Once 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.
