Nearly 1.6 million people over State Pension age are receiving Attendance Allowance.
The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions show that at the end of November 2023, nearly 1.6 million older people were receiving additional financial support through Attendance Allowance , including over 140,000 living in Scotland.
Attendance Allowance helps people with a disability, long-term illness, or mental or physical health condition. The most common condition being claimed is arthritis, which provides support for 449,077 people across Great Britain, including 41,055 living in Scotland. Top Money Stories Today Attendance Allowance award length The figure below represents all claimants up until the end of November 2023.
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.
Latest State Pension News 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.
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