New Attendance Allowance application form tips to help more older people claim up to £407 each month
dailyrecord.co.ukAttendance Allowance is a benefit delivered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for people of State Pension age who need help with personal care or supervision due to an illness, disability or mental health condition.
A successful claim for the benefit is worth either £68.10 or £101.75 each week, depending on the level of support someone needs.
Payments are made every four weeks and work out at £272.40 and £407.00 respectively. A little extra money can go a long way and you can use it however you like to meet your needs and help you stay independent in your own home longer - the money doesn’t have to be spent on a carer.
The benefit, designed specifically to help older people, is tax-free and won't affect any other State support you receive. The charity Independent Age has created a factsheet to help new claimants through the application process, alongside seven top tips for filling in the form.
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