The grant is a yearly payment for young carers in Scotland. You need to be 16, 17 or 18 years old to get it.
Carer support
You could eligible for financial support if you care for someone in your home.
Dumfries and Galloway Carers Centre
We provide information, advice and support to anyone who cares for a relative or friend. We also aim to raise awareness of the needs of Carers and the contribution they make to care in the community.
Financial support for carers
A young carer is someone aged 25 and under who cares, unpaid, for a friend or family member who cannot cope without their support.
Carer's Allowance
You could get a payment per week if you care for someone at least 35 hours a week and they get certain benefits.
Carer's Allowance Supplement
Carer's Allowance Supplement is an extra payment to help carers in Scotland who get Carer's Allowance.