Over 5,000 Meath carers recieve highest-ever €2,000 grant
Minister for Social Protection Dara Calleary announced the €313 million payout, which is tax-free and available to full-time carers who look after an older person or someone with a disability. In Meath, 5,045 carers are set to benefit from the grant.
The grant is paid automatically to recipients of Carer's Allowance, Carer's Benefit and Domiciliary Care Allowance. It is also available to other full-time carers not receiving these payments. Carers looking after more than one person will receive a €2,000 grant for each individual in their care.
Announcing the payment, Minister Calleary said: 'This is one of a number of improvements introduced this year in recognition of the vital role of carers and the contribution they make to society.
'The Grant will be paid automatically to those who are receiving the Carer's Allowance, Carer's Benefit and Domiciliary Care Allowance schemes. It is also available to other full-time carers not receiving these payments and is paid in respect of each person being cared for.'
He added: 'As Minister for Social Protection, I recognise the crucial role family carers play in our society. You dedicate yourselves to providing care to support your loved ones and I want to take this opportunity to thank all carers in Ireland for the vital and valuable contribution you play in our society and in our local communities.'
Since its introduction in 1999, the Carer's Support Grant has become one of the most significant direct supports for family carers. Originally called the Respite Care Grant, it was renamed in 2016 to better reflect the nature of the assistance it provides.
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