State pensioners could get nearly £6,000 a year in DWP support thousands fail to claim

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State pensioners could get nearly £6,000 a year in DWP support thousands fail to claim.

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Thousands of state pensioners could be missing out on almost £6,000 a year in Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) support through a little-known benefit designed to help those with health conditions or disabilities.Attendance Allowance provides tax-free financial support to people over state pension age who need help with personal care because of a physical or mental health condition.The higher rate of Attendance Allowance increased from £110.40 to £114.60 per week in April, giving eligible claimants an additional £218.40 over the course of a year.The payment is made on top of the state pension and is not means-tested, meaning entitlement is not affected by a person's income or savings.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Attendance Allowance is tax‑free, meaning recipients keep the full amount if they qualify.

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Those who require help either during the day or overnight receive the lower rate of £76.70 a...

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A: State pensioners could get nearly £6,000 a year in DWP support thousands fail to claim.

B: Thousands of state pensioners could be missing out on almost £6,000 a year in Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) support through a little-known benefit designed to help those with health conditions or disabilities.Attendance Allowance provides tax-free financial support to people over state pension age who need help with personal care because of a physical or mental health condition.The higher rate of Attendance Allowance increased from £110.40 to £114.60 per week in April, giving eligible claimants an additional £218.40 over the course of a year.The payment is made on top of the state pension and is not means-tested, meaning entitlement is not affected by a person's income or savings.