Nearly 1.7 million people over State Pension age are receiving either £72.65 or £108.55 each week in Attendance Allowance.
Attendance Allowance, worth £72.65 or £108.55 weekly (up to £434 monthly), helps people of State Pension age with disabilities or long-term illnesses cover daily living expenses. Nearly 1.7 million people receive it, with arthritis being the most common qualifying condition. 22 key facts about the benefit are compiled to simplify claims. New claims are no longer possible in five Scottish local authorities, where the Pension Age Disability Benefit is offered instead. Charities like Independent Age and Age UK can assist with applications.
