The Carer's Support Grant payment date for 2025 is confirmed as June 5th. The grant amount has increased to €2,000, expanding eligibility to more carers.
The payment date for this year's Carer's Support Grant has been confirmed as June 5, 2025. The grant amount has been increased to €2,000 for 2025, allowing thousands more people to qualify for this vital payment. The Carer’s Support Grant is paid annually by the Department of Social Protection to carers. It is automatically awarded to those receiving Carer’s Allowance (both full and half-rate), Carer’s Benefit, and Domiciliary Care Allowance.
A significant change will occur in January 2025 when the Carer’s Benefit criteria will be expanded to include self-employed individuals, increasing the number of recipients. The grant can be used for various purposes, including respite care, and is non-taxable. If you receive Carer’s Allowance, Carer’s Benefit, or Domiciliary Care Allowance, you will automatically receive the grant. Otherwise, you need to apply for each person you are caring for
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