Exclusive : 600,000 older women unemployed and looking for employment . One in four women aged 50 - 64 care for elderly , sick or disabled persons . 153,000 women nearing retirement include Carers Allowance and 87,000 men . Government interventions often highlight caring responsibilities as opposed to employment .
Exclusive : 600,000 older women unemployed and looking for work . One in four women aged 50-64 care for elderly , sick or disabled people . 153,000 women nearing retirement claim Carers Allowance and 87,000 men . Government report will highlight caring responsibilities as barrier to work .