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Financial support for carers

In this section you will find information and advice for Carers to ensure they have the right support they need to look manage their finances.

Check your benefit entitlement

Sunderland Carers Centre have partnered with Turn2us, a national charity helping people when times get tough. Turn2us provide financial support to help people get back on track. They offer a free Benefits Calculator to find out which welfare benefits you may be entitled to.

Click here to use the Turn2us Benefits Calculator.

Power of attorney

A power of attorney is a legal document that allows someone to make decisions for you, or act on your behalf, if you're no longer able to or if you no longer want to make your own decision

If you would like more information about getting your financial affairs in order, please visit the Council's Financial affairs web page. 

 

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