A new disability benefit worth up to £434 each month for people over State Pension age is now available to claim.
By the end of this year there will be 15 benefits and payments only people living in Scotland will be able to claim. A phased rollout of Pension Age Disability Payment is now underway in Argyll and Bute, Highland, Aberdeen City, Orkney and Shetland .
People on a low income or income-related benefits, struggling to keep up with the economic impact of the ongoing cost of living crisis may be able to get cash help from their local council. Due to processing times of anywhere between six to 17 weeks, especially for the health-related benefits, the sooner you check your eligibility and start a new claim, the quicker you will receive your first payment - if your application is successful.
Child Winter Heating Payment - £251.50 annual payment This is an annual payment that will rise to £251.50 this year to help families of youngsters up to the age of 19 on the highest rate care component of disability benefits. This includes Disability Living Allowance for Children, Child or Adult Disability Payment and Personal Independence Payment - find out more here.
Financial help in Scotland Best Start Grant School Age Payment This is a one-off payment of £314.40 when a child would normally start primary one for families who get certain benefits - find out more here. To find out more about any of the benefits or payments, or to apply visit Social Security Scotland online here or contact them on 0800 182 2222.
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