There are several ways to start a new claim, but only one can trigger back payments.
The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions show that by the end of May 2024, there were over 1.6 million older people receiving additional financial support through Attendance Allowance , including 146,287 living in Scotland. The payment is now worth either £72.65 or £108.55 each week and is designed to help people of State Pension age with additional daily living costs.
The financial guru explained how application forms requested over the phone need to be completed and returned to the DWP within six weeks or back payments might not be issued. He said: “The way I would apply for this is to call up and request a form, I would not do it online because if you call them that date is noted and then when your application goes in it will be back paid to the date that you called.
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.
State Pension News 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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