Carer's Support Payment
Carer Support Payment is the main benefit for carers and became available across Scotland from November 2024. If you are looking after someone for 35 hours a week or more, you may be eligible. This benefit replaced Carer’s Allowance in Scotland.
Find out more about Carer's Support Payment and apply.
Carer’s Allowance Supplement
An extra payment for people in Scotland who get Carer's Allowance on a particular date. Carer's Allowance Supplement is paid 2 times a year. You must get Carer's Allowance to get Carer's Allowance Supplement.
Find out more about Carer's Allowance Supplement.
Young Carer Grant
A yearly payment for young carers in Scotland. To be able to get Young Carer Grant, you must be 16, 17 or 18 years old.
Find out more about applying for a Young Carer Grant.