More than 5,300 older people are claiming Attendance Allowance for Chronic Pain Syndromes.
It is estimated Chronic Pain Syndrome affects one in five people across Scotland and is defined as persistent pain that carries on for longer than 12 weeks, despite medication or treatment. It can also affect people living with other long-term conditions, such as diabetes, arthritis, fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome and back pain.
It’s important to be aware that older people in five local authority areas will be the first in Scotland to be eligible for a new disability benefit which is set to replace Attendance Allowance for people living north of the border only. Latest Attendance Allowance News What is Attendance Allowance? There are currently more than 1.6 million people of State Pension age claiming this tax-free benefit from the DWP, including nearly 144,000 in Scotland.
You can spend the money however you like and it could help you stay independent in your own home for longer.Can I claim Attendance Allowance even if I have savings and other income? Yes. Attendance Allowance isn't means-tested so it doesn't matter what other money you have coming in or how much you have in savings either - there's no limit. it is also tax-free and you will be exempt from the Benefit Cap so you won't have money taken away from any other benefits.
How do I make a claim? You will need to complete a long claim form when you apply for Attendance Allowance. It might seem daunting at first but help is available from Citizens Advice and Independent Age. Latest Benefits News Who cannot claim Attendance Allowance? You won't be able to get Attendance Allowance if you already get PIP or Disability Living Allowance to pay for your care. If you apply for Attendance Allowance while getting DLA, the DWP will usually reassess your DLA award instead.
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