People over State Pension age with diabetes could be due up to £407 each month from DWP
The number of cases of diabetes across Great Britain has topped five million for the first time amid rising levels of obesity. Diabetes UK said that almost 4.3million people have been diagnosed with diabetes, however, an estimated 850,000 are living with the condition but have not yet been formally diagnosed.
Thousands of people living with diabetes may not be aware of the financial support available from the DWP for people over State Pension age through Attendance Allowance.Diabetes conditions supported through Attendance Allowance If you, or an older family member, have diabetes and not claiming Attendance Allowance, it may be worth checking their eligibility. Below is everything you need to know about Attendance Allowance including payment rates, eligibility and how to make a claim.
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.Attendance Allowance payment rates 2023/24 You could receive £68.
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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