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This factsheet is about Personal Independence Payment (PIP), a non means-tested benefit for people aged 16 to 64 who have a disability. Explains who qualifies and how to claim.

Some older people may need help with daily living, for example, dressing, washing, or moving around indoors. This factsheet gives information about Attendance Allowance, a non means-tested benefit for people aged 65 and over who have care needs. It explains what Attendance Allowance is, the eligibility criteria, and how to make a claim. It explains what to do if you have a change of circumstance

This information explains what attendance allowance is, who is eligible for it, and how to claim it. 

Attendance Allowance is extra money that can help you stay independent in your own home for longer if you're 65 or over and have an illness or disability. Information to help you check if you are entitled to Attendance Allowance, about how much you can get, how to fill in the form, how to renew a claim, what extra help you can get when on Attendance Allowance and how to challenge an Attendance Allowance decision.

This factsheet explains what Pension Credit is and who can claim it. Gives information about housing costs, change of circumstances, how to claim and what to do if you disagree with a decision.

Information on what housing benefit is, if you qualify to claim it, and how you can claim it.

You can use this calculator to get an estimate your potential entitlement to benefits. Because the rules for some groups of people are more complex, the calculator is not suitable for you if you belong to one of the following groups: students, under 18s, people who are permanently in residential care, a nursing home or hospital, prisoners, people on strike, people who are not British or Irish citizens and UK nationals who live abroad.

The winter fuel payment is an annual payment to help with heating costs, made to households with someone over pension credit age. It is worth up to £300.

If you’re faced with a cost you’re unable to pay because you’re on a low income, or because you have no money at all for some reason, you may be able to get financial help to cover that cost. For example, you might be able to get an advance payment of a benefit you’re claiming, or support from your local council or a charity. The exact amount you receive will depend on your circumstances.

Everyone aged over 60 gets free prescriptions and eye tests, but you may be entitled to help with other NHS health costs too, depending on your circumstances.

You can get a free TV licence if you're aged 75 or over (or your household includes someone who is over 75) but it is not given automatically. You need to claim it. You may also qualify for a free or discounted licence if you are blind or partially sighted, or are retired and live in certain types of accommodation.