DWP Visiting Officers are individuals who work for the Department for Work and Pensions. They are responsible for conducting home…
27.04.2023
What is the Money Carer card?
The Money Carer card is a designated bank card that is used by tens of thousands of carers across the…
27.04.2023
What is an appointee?
A DWP, appointee is someone who is appointed to manage the welfare benefits and financial affairs of a person who…
27.04.2023
Does an appointee have the authority to access private bank accounts?
No, DWP appointees do not have the legal authority to access a person's private bank account unless they have been…
25.04.2023
Is an appointeeship or general power of attorney more suitable for someone with capacity?
The decision to have an appointee or a general power of attorney depends on the individual's specific needs and circumstances.…
25.04.2023
Can an appointee open a high street bank account?
Yes, but possibly with some difficulty. The reality is that it can be quite difficult for a DWP appointee to…
25.04.2023
What does an appointee need to do to manage a Universal Credit account?
An appointee will need to be provided with the online login details for the claimant's universal credit journal or, online…
25.04.2023
Can Money Carer provide appointee bank accounts?
Yes. Uniquely, we have our own banking platform with Cashplus Bank and this service is used by hundreds of law…
25.04.2023
Can the Money Carer appointeeship fee be paid for via Disability Related Expenditure?
Yes. If the client is in receipt of care and contributes a payment towards their care package, then the cost…