Hello,
I'm enquiring for information on behalf of my mum. My step dad has Alzheimer's, he was diagnosed in his mid-50's and is now in his early 60's.
My mum retired at Christmas and they relocated to Scotland as my step dad was not coping with living in a busy area.
She applied for carers allowance about 2 months ago but has had her claim refused as he is only on the lower rate of benefit.
My step dad is unable to care for himself. He can't cook, can't work the washing machine and is becoming a danger to himself around the house by doing daft things. He nearly took his toe off with a pick axe the other day.
She is scared to apply to get his benefits reassessed as they have savings. They sold their house and bought a significantly cheaper property. My mum has no pension and this money is to keep them going!
What are her options? Has anybody else been in this position?
Any advice would be much appreciated.
Thanks
I'm enquiring for information on behalf of my mum. My step dad has Alzheimer's, he was diagnosed in his mid-50's and is now in his early 60's.
My mum retired at Christmas and they relocated to Scotland as my step dad was not coping with living in a busy area.
She applied for carers allowance about 2 months ago but has had her claim refused as he is only on the lower rate of benefit.
My step dad is unable to care for himself. He can't cook, can't work the washing machine and is becoming a danger to himself around the house by doing daft things. He nearly took his toe off with a pick axe the other day.
She is scared to apply to get his benefits reassessed as they have savings. They sold their house and bought a significantly cheaper property. My mum has no pension and this money is to keep them going!
What are her options? Has anybody else been in this position?
Any advice would be much appreciated.
Thanks