Carer support payment is a new Scottish benefit which replaces carer’s allowance in Scotland. This course will update you on the transfer from carer’s allowance to carer support payment. You will gain an understanding of the main rules and how these are different from carer’s allowance to help you identify who may be entitled. The course covers:How carer’s allowance claimants will be transferred to carer support paymentWho is entitled to carer support paymentHow the rules differ from carer’s allowanceHow carer support payment affects entitlement to other benefits and devolved supportWhat further changes are planned for the future The course will be delivered online via Zoom from 10am to 1pm with a half hour break from 11.15 – 11.45. It is a practical course, delivered using a combination of trainer presentation, exercises and group discussion. Participants will need a Wi-Fi connection and a suitable device to access the internet. It is not recommended to join via a mobile phone.
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- Tutor: Angela Toal