Attendance Allowance is a tax-free, non-means-tested benefit worth either £72.65 or £108.55 each week.
Attendance Allowance is a benefit delivered by the Department for Work and Pensions for people over State Pension age who need help with personal care or supervision due to an illness, disability or mental health condition. A successful claim is worth either £72.65 or £108.55 each week, the level of award depends on the amount of support someone needs.
The latest figures from the DWP show in February 2024, there were 1,608,134 people across Great Britain claiming the benefit, including nearly 144,000 living in Scotland. Below is a quick guide to the benefit to help you decide if you - or a family member - should make a claim. Latest Attendance Allowance News How much could I get on Attendance Allowance? You could receive £72.65 if you need help during the day or at night or £108.55 if you need help during the day and at night, or if you are terminally ill. The benefit is paid every four weeks , which means you could receive either £290.60 or £434.20 every pay period.
How does Attendance Allowance affect other benefits? The other benefits you get might increase if you get Attendance Allowance, these include: Latest State Pension News What happens if I am about to reach State Pension age? If you are thinking about applying for Attendance Allowance when you reach State Pension age, you might be better off claiming Personal Independence Payment straight away - you may be able to get more money.
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