I have a question in relation to Carer’s Leave & Carer’s Benefit. I have been on Carer’s Leave from work for the last 5 days. I’m taking the leave to look after my mother who has terminal cancer. Unfortunately we’ve just been told that my mother has merely days to live. I haven’t completed and signed the confirmation document with my employers (as I received it only 2 days ago and I have been spending time with my mother). Neither have I received confirmation of my application for Carer’s Benefit (this, I’m told, could take quite a while). I’m not sure where I stand now. I believe that Carer’s Leave is for a minimum of 13 weeks and that when you’re in receipt of Carer’s Benefit, you can receive it up to 6 weeks after the death of the person being cared for. Has anyone any idea where I stand?
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance