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Everything you need to know about taking time off, from arranging cover to keeping your allowance.
Find out more about taking a break
If you're a carer on a regular basis, you may be entitled to a carer's assessment.
If you provide a certain amount of care each week, you could be entitled to financial help.
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Age UK is the new force combining Age Concern and Help the Aged. We will be known by our new name from Spring 2010.The Age UK family includes Age Scotland, Age Cymru and Age NI.
This information is specific to England. For other nations, visit Carers UK
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