This area of law is a complex one and not my specific area of expertise, but it appears that EC laws have changed frequently over the years. so From the best of my knowledge, the benefits which are subjected to RTR are:
Income based and income related JSA and ESA, but that judging from your posting may not be the final answer. Because EEA Nats are also considered RTR if employed, therefore 'a worker'. Also if temporarily not working due to ill health, then a possible claim for IB/ESA, but must have been previously employed.
However i think the major factor in this case, is the fact that your client is a family member of an EEA Nat. As you say, "she is still Married".
Good luck
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