Spoken versionPension Credit and Attendance Allowance
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Financial Assessment and Benefits Team (Community Care)
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Are you one of the many pensioners across the country who are not getting the Pension Credit or Attendance Allowance you are entitled to?
Pension Credit
Pension Credit is a payment to boost the income for those on low or moderate income. Extra allowances may be made if you are disabled, a carer or if you have certain housing costs (mortgage or service charges) because the amount you need to live on is higher than for average pensioners. If you only just missed out a few years ago, try again, as the income thresholds have been raised over the years. If you first applied when you were 60, try again once you are over 65.
Attendance Allowance
People who are less mobile, forgetful or need help with personal care tasks (like washing, dressing, preparing meals etc.) may qualify for Attendance Allowance - a tax free payment. Attendance Allowance has no capital or income limits and you don’t need to have help or even be prepared to accept help to get it - the allowance is awarded on the basis of help needed, not the help you get. Receiving Attendance, Allowance may even increase your entitlement to Pension Credit, Rent or Council Tax Benefit.
Ask for an assessment
Reading Borough Council’s Financial Assessment and Benefits Team is working in partnership with The Pension Service to make sure Reading pensioners do not miss out on this important source of income. If you are 60 years or over, or have a relative or friend who you think could benefit from this extra income please call the FAB Team - we will talk to you about your entitlements and help you complete any application forms. We can visit you at home if you find it hard to get out and about.
Don’t miss out on the extra money you may be entitled to
Want to know more
Use the weblinks below for more information about Pension Credit, Attendance Allowance and benefits
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| Link | Description |
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| The Pension Service Website | Information about Pension Credit, an entitlement for people aged 60 or over living in Great Britain. |
| Directgov: Attendance Allowance | A tax-free benefit for people aged 65 or over who need help with personal care because they are physically or mentally disabled. |
| Directgov: Benenfits and Financial Support | Information and advice about benefits and financial support for people of all ages. |
