Successful applicants could receive either £68.10 or £101.75 every week through Attendance Allowance.
The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions show in February this year, there were 416,313 people across Great Britain receiving Attendance Allowance support for arthritis, making it the most-claimed for health condition by people over State Pension age. More than 37,500 older people in Scotland are receiving either £68.10 or £101.75 each week in extra financial support along with more than 1,100 living abroad.
People claiming Attendance Allowance for arthritis The number of people claiming Attendance Allowance for arthritis in February 2023: Who can make a claim? You should consider applying for Attendance Allowance if you have a disability or illness and need help or supervision throughout the day or at times during the night -even if you do not currently get that help.You should also consider applying if you have difficulties with personal tasks, for example if they take you a long time, you experience pain or you need physical help, like a chair to lean on.
You can spend the money however you like and it could help you stay independent in your own home for longer.Can I claim 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.
Latest State Pension News How does Attendance Allowance affect other benefits? The other benefits you get might increase if you get Attendance Allowance, these include:How do I make a claim? You will need to complete a long claim form when you apply for Attendance Allowance. Full details of how to get the application form by post or over the phone can be found on the Gov.uk website here.
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