Care Allowance and Care Agreement: Does It Make Sense to Have a Contract with a Family Member?
“Taking care of my mother cost me two years of my life. But the allowance went to my brother—he was the one registered. We ended up fighting and didn’t speak for three years.”
Unfortunately, I hear this story far too often. And yet, one simple step could prevent it: a basic care agreement. A contract between relatives might sound strange—but it can preserve relationships and secure the money that rightfully belongs to the caregiver.
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This article will walk you through the issue in a clear and human-centered way—and explain why an oral agreement often isn’t enough.
Why Draft a Care Agreement?
1. The allowance goes only to the designated caregiver
The Labour Office assigns the care allowance to one specific person—either an individual or a care institution. If a family member is providing care but the allowance is sent to someone else’s account (e.g. a sibling), they have no legal right to share it without a written agreement.
2. Agreements protect both relationships and finances
Oral agreements often fall apart when disputes arise. A simple written document stating that the allowance will be used solely for care expenses and outlining how it will be divided—e.g. based on the number of care days—can prevent conflict.
3. It helps prove actual caregiving
During checks by the Labour Office or in disputes over retroactive reimbursement, a written agreement serves as valuable evidence of who provided care and under what terms.
4. Useful when there are multiple caregivers
If several family members are sharing caregiving responsibilities, the agreement can define roles, identify who handles communication with authorities, and establish how the allowance is spent.
⚠️ Risks of No Agreement
Family misunderstandings, arguments, or even estrangement
Misuse of allowance by someone not providing real care
No proof of actual time and expenses invested
Difficulties reclaiming rights (e.g. after caregiver’s death)
✍️ Lawyer’s Recommendation
Even among close family, I recommend creating a simple care agreement. It doesn’t need to be a complex legal document—a one-page statement signed by both parties that clearly defines caregiving duties, financial arrangements, and allowance use is enough.
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