Coping with the loss of a loved one - Benefits and Bereavement
If the person you care for dies, Carers Allowance will usually stop after eight weeks.
If your spouse or civil partner has died, you may be able to claim one or more of the following bereavement benefits:
- bereavement payment a single tax-free payment for people who are under state pension age when their spouse or civil partner dies
- widowed parents allowance for people who have dependent children
- bereavement allowance for those aged 45 and over when their spouse or civil partner dies
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