Question: what is the difference between carers allowance and carer's premium?
Answer: If you get any benefits based on your income These are known as 'means tested benefits'. Carer's Allowance counts as income when these benefits are worked out. You can get an extra amount called a 'Carers' Premium' or 'Carers' Addition' with any of the following benefits if you get Carer's Allowance: Pension Credit.