Older individuals who are dealing with sickness and disability may miss out on the Winter Fuel Payment but could be entitled to alternative support from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP ...

MILLIONS of individuals suffering from serious disabilities can get cash help through attendance allowance. If you are entitled to the highest rate, the benefit is worth up to £5645 a year ...

Attendance Allowance is valued at either £72.65 (lower rate) or £108.55 (higher rate) per week. Considering that the benefit is typically paid every four weeks, this equates to either £290.60 ...

Attendance Allowance claimants living in Scotland will automatically transfer to the new system from next Spring, so there’s no need to apply for the devolved benefit. People receiving the ...

Attendance Allowance is one of a number of benefits for older people. It isn't means-tested and is available to anyone needing care at home or in a care home, as long as you meet the following ...

1.7 million people born before 1959 could claim £1,362 each month through a combination of two DWP benefits. Attendance Allowance and Pension Age Disability Payment (PADP) are paid independently ...

This benefit aids people with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and mental or physical health problems. The list of conditions supported by Attendance Allowance is extensive, with over 45 ...

Yes, Attendance Allowance isn't subject to means-testing, so your other income or savings won't affect it - there's no upper limit. Moreover, it is tax-free and exempt from the Benefit Cap ...

It's important to note that Attendance Allowance is excluded from income assessments for other DWP means-tested benefits such as Pension Credit. Pensions Minister Emma Reynolds has emphasised in a ...