Independent Age can help pensioners with health issues claim Attendance Allowance.
Older people with a long-term health condition, disability, or have additional care needs are being urged to contact a national charity for direct help claiming Attendance Allowance . Independent Age could help more people over State Pension age claim either £72.65 or £108.55 each week, and as it is paid every four weeks this amounts to either £290.60 or £434.20 every pay period.
Below is everything you need to know about Attendance Allowance including the main health conditions being claimed, eligibility and how to make a claim. Top Money Stories Today Main health conditions providing support to older people across Great Britain Latest Attendance Allowance News What is Attendance Allowance? Attendance Allowance helps with extra costs if you have a physical or mental disability or illness severe enough that makes it hard for you to look after yourself - it does not cover mobility needs. You do not need to have someone caring for you in order to make a claim.
How does Attendance Allowance affect other benefits? The other benefits you get might increase if you get Attendance Allowance, these include:
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