New claims can now be made online or started over the phone and completed on a paper-based application.
The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions show that at the end of February 2024, more than 1.6 million older people were receiving additional financial support through Attendance Allowance , including nearly 144,000 living in Scotland.
Attendance Allowance is worth either £72.65 or £108.55 each week and as the benefit is usually paid every four weeks, this amounts to either £290.60 or £434.20 every pay period - some £5,644.60 over the 2024/25 financial year. It’s important to note that this list is not a checklist for claiming Attendance Allowance, it is intended to help people understand what type of conditions are being supported. However, if you need extra support during the day or night due to a long-term illness, disability or health condition, you should check out the official eligibility guidance on the GOV.UK website here.
Who can claim? You should apply for Attendance Allowance if you have a disability or illness and need help or supervision throughout the day or at times during the night -even if you don’t currently get that help.You should also apply if you have difficulties with personal tasks, for example if they take you a long time, you experience pain or you need physical help, like a chair to lean on. Attendance Allowance isn’t just for people with a physical disability or illness.
How does Attendance Allowance affect other benefits? The other benefits you get might increase if you get Attendance Allowance, these include: 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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