More than 1.4million older people are receiving extra financial help through Attendance Allowance from the DWP
The latest figures from Social Security Scotland show that at the end of August 2022, there were 125,279 people living in Scotland receiving additional financial support through Attendance Allowance. Across Great Britain, there are now more than 1.4 million people over State Pension age getting either £68.10 or £101.75 each week through the benefit, following the annual benefits uprating in April.
“Information on the availability of Attendance Allowance is already widely available, including online on GOV.UK; from places such as Libraries and Doctors Surgeries; directly from Health Care Professionals who might be supporting those with care needs; and from a range of groups and charities who provide advice and support to elderly people with care needs.
However, just because a condition you may have is not listed, does not mean it is not supported through Attendance Allowance. 57 categories providing Attendance Allowance support How much could I get on Attendance Allowance? You could receive £68.10 if you need help during the day or at night or £101.75 if you need help during the day and at night, or if you are terminally ill. The benefit is paid every four weeks , which means you could receive either £272.40 or £407.00 every pay period.
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