More than 1.6 million Attendance Allowance claimants receive up to £434.20 each month.
Around 10 million people over State Pension age across Great Britain, including 850,000 living in Scotland, will no longer be eligible for Winter Fuel Payments following the UK Government's change to eligibility rules. While many of those will be hoping for a U-turn from Chancellor Rachel Reeves during the Autumn Budget on Wednesday, the Labour Government is unlikely to reverse the decision - despite fierce opposition from MPs across the House, campaigns, charities and unions.
How to quickly check eligibility for Pension Credit Older people, or friends and family, can quickly check their eligibility and get an estimate of what they may receive by using the online Pension Credit calculator on GOV.UK here. PADP will replace Attendance Allowance for new and existing claimants living in Scotland only, by the end of 2025. Find out more here.
Latest Benefits 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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