Over 1.6million State Pensioners receive either £72.65 or £108.
55 each week on Attendance Allowance. New figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show at the end of February this year, there were more than 1.6 million people across Great Britain receiving additional financial support through Attendance Allowance .
The data also indicates nearly 144,000 people living in Scotland are now receiving either £72.65 or £108.55 each week through the benefit.
Attendance Allowance is a tax-free benefit, delivered by the DWP and designed to help older people with daily living expenses which could also help them stay independent in their own home for longer. However, many claimants may not be aware there are several changes in circumstances which must be reported to the DWP’s Attendance Allowance helpline on 0800 731 0122 as soon as possible - especially if your condition changes - as they could affect entitlement or payments. DWP guidance on the GOV.
UK website also warns: “You could be taken to court or have to pay a penalty if you give wrong information or do not report a change in your circumstances.” The guidance goes on to list changes claimants must report which are outlined below. If your circumstances change , the amount you get from Attendance Allowance may go up or down.
You must contact the Attendance Allowance helpline straight away if: If you're not sure if a change affects your Attendance Allowance benefit, it's worthwhile contacting the DWP to chec.