DWP state pension full list of 48 conditions that could get you an extra £5,644
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Millions of State Pensioners could be in line for an income boost exceeding £5,000 if they live with a specific health condition. Elderly individuals suffering from long-term illnesses, disabilities or physical or mental health conditions might not be aware that they could be eligible for support through Attendance Allowance.
The DWP has identified 48 conditions that qualify for this assistance. This benefit, which is not means-tested, can provide either £72.65 (lower rate) or £108.55 (higher rate) each week. Typically paid every four weeks, this amounts to either £290.60 or £434.20 per pay period - a total of £5,644.60 over the 2024/25 financial year. This makes it considerably more valuable than the one-off annual Winter Fuel Payment, offering an additional £5,314 in financial support.
However, if you're over 66 and on a low income, it's crucial to check your entitlement to Pension Credit, which is worth approximately £4,200 annually and can provide access to other support, including help with housing costs, Council Tax and Winter Fuel Payments. To quickly check eligibility for Pension Credit, older people, or their friends and family, can use the online Pension Credit calculator on GOV.UK, reports the Daily Record.
Pensioners can ring the Pension Credit helpline directly to make a claim on 0800 99 1234 - lines are open from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) reveal that as of May 2024, over 1.6 million people above State Pension age were receiving extra financial help through Attendance Allowance.
