The benefit is worth either £72.65 or £108.55 each week - the level of award depends on the amount of support someone needs.
Attendance Allowance is a benefit provided by the Department for Work and Pensions for individuals over State Pension age who require assistance with personal care or supervision due to an illness, disability or mental health condition. Successful claims can result in weekly payments of either £72.65 or £108.55, depending on the level of support needed.
It's worth noting that Attendance Allowance is not means-tested, so unlike Pension Credit, retirement earnings or savings will not be considered, reports the Daily Record. This could range from support with personal maintenance tasks like dressing, eating and drinking, moving in and out of bed, bathing, showering, and restroom needs, to general safety precautions.
It's crucial to understand that this list is not a checklist for claiming Attendance Allowance, but rather a guide to help people understand what types of conditions are supported. However, if you need additional support during the day or night due to a long-term illness, disability or health condition, you should consult the official eligibility guidance on the GOV.UK website here.Attendance Allowance is also currently supporting 43,295 individuals with a terminal illness.
Will Attendance Allowance impact my State Pension? No, it won't interfere with your State Pension and you can even claim it if you're still employed and earning.
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