The DWP is urging people to help family members, friends, neighbours and loved ones check if they could be entitled to Pension Credit
Ahead of next month's Pension Credit awareness week, the Department for Work and Pensions is encouraging people to assist family members, friends, neighbours and loved ones in checking their eligibility for an income boost averaging £3,900 annually.
It's estimated that 880,000 pensioners are eligible for Pension Credit but aren't claiming it, resulting in lost Winter Fuel Payments for around 10 million people over 66. This should serve as a prompt to check eligibility - for yourself or someone you know. Nearly 1.4 million elderly individuals across Great Britain, including over 125,000 residing in Scotland, are currently receiving the means-tested benefit.
Alternatively, pensioners can contact the Pension Credit helpline directly to make a claim on 0800 99 1234 - lines are open 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.More details about claiming Pension Credit can be fond on GOV.UK here.
There's also an option to print off the answers you provide using the calculator tool to help you complete the application form quicker without having to look out the same details again. Try the Pension Credit Calculator for yourself or your family member to ensure you're receiving all the financial support you're entitled to claim.To make a claim, you can start your application up to four months before you reach State Pension age.
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