Quote Originally Posted by dembethewarrior View Post
I don't claim money for it. I work.

I shouldn't be paid to care for my own mother.
Well clearly your mother does not need enough care for you to be unable to work . If she did she would either live with you and you wouldnt be able to work ......therefore you would be paid ......not much ......to look after her or she would be in a home .

Carers allowance is pathetic but it allows full time carers to get a small income from caring .

If you or the person you care for has too much capital you may not get it or you may choose not to claim it

But whether or not you think you shouldn't be paid for caring for your mother is irrelevant , the government says you should which is why they provide carers allowance , even if it's crap