Groups around the country will be holding events to make sure that carers know their rights, and are getting the support and benefits they deserve:
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Nearly three quarters of carers are financially worse off as a result of caring, with many living in poverty. Yet 40-60% of disability benefits, and an estimated £740m of carers' benefits, go unclaimed each year.
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Many carers simply do not realise that they are entitled to financial help, or struggle to understand poorly explained information and complex forms. You can help carers understand and claim what they are entitled to.
On Carers Rights Day 2008, hundreds of local groups will run events, making a real difference to the lives of carers in their areas. For more information, and to register to run your own event and receive a free local action pack, visit the Carers UK events pages.
Macmillan supports people living with cancer, and their carers, to access the financial help they need. We provide benefits advice via our telephone helpline and network of local benefits advisers. We've also produced 'Help with the cost of cancer', a free guide to benefits and financial help for people affected by cancer.
For more information, and to order copies of 'Help with the cost of cancer' please visit our financial support page.