Overview

• Attendance Allowance offers state pensioners a tax-free weekly payment of £73.90 or £110.40 based on how much care or supervision they need without affecting their pension or earnings.
• DWP data show over 1.7 million people now receive Attendance Allowance while an estimated 1.1 million eligible pensioners have yet to claim the support.
• The official guide lists more than 40 health conditions, including arthritis, Parkinson’s and back pain, to clarify who may qualify for the benefit.
• Applicants must complete a detailed claim form and can draw on free local assistance from Citizens Advice and partner charities to improve their chances of a successful award.
• Awardees may also become eligible for extra Pension Credit, Housing Benefit Reduction and Council Tax Reduction once they start receiving Attendance Allowance.