Frequently Asked Questions
Yes - the Carers Expense Cards can be used to withdraw cash. The card user (this could be either a carer or a service user) will be given their own...
The Carers Expense Cards can be used in any outlet that accepts MasterCards. In real terms this basically means the cards can be used in the vast...
The Carers Expense Card form The Money Carer Foundation is a more secure way for carers to purchase everyday items on behalf of service users....
An appointee should in most cases be a close relative or friend or someone who has close and regular contact with the person. In situations where...
No. Typically appointees do not have to pass a CRB check. However it is best practice for Corporate Appointees and the individuals managing the...
If a person is incapable of managing their own finances due to a physical or mental health incapacity and cannot cope with claiming benefits, paying...
If a person who is living in supported housing, a care home or a nursing home and is receiving benefits and social care whilst they are incapable of...
When a person is mentally incapable of managing their financial affairs and therefore incapable of instructing another person to act on their behalf...
An appointee can be a specialist organisation such as the Money Carer Foundation, a local authority or other statutory body, or an individual...
A relative usually acts as a receiver/deputy, but it could be a close friend or a bank manager. If no one suitable can be found, the Court of...
