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Could You Be Claiming Attendance Allowance?
It is estimated 3.4 million older people are missing out on Attendance Allowance payments through the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) because they don’t realise they are eligible.
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Whether it system, societal there are on their weekly benefit pensionable or disability, to look after Attendance it doesn’t doesn’t matter either - there’s pension and and earning tax-free benefit.
Unclaimed benefits are a huge issue in the UK. Whether it is because of an overly complicated system, societal stigma or simply not knowing, there are many reasons why people miss out on their benefits. Attendance Allowance is a weekly benefit that is paid to people aged over pensionable age that helps those who have illness or disability, and who need support or supervision to look after themselves.
Attendance Allowance isn’t means tested so it doesn’t matter what other money you get. It doesn’t matter how much you have in savings either - there’s no limit. It won’t affect your state pension and you can claim it if you’re still working and earning money. Attendance Allowance is a tax-free benefit.
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Someone may be eligible if: Aged 66 and over with a health condition or disability that affects them physically or mentally.
Those who have difficulties looking after themselves, and claimants who have needed assistance or will need assistance for at least six months.
People that claim Attendance Allowance may also qualify for an extra allowance, this is called a Severe Disability Premium.
For more information about this benefit including guidance and assistance in making an application, contact Thetford Citizens Advice on 0800 144 8848, or www.cadat.org.uk/request-for-advice
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