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Welfare Benefit - FAQ's

What is Attendance Allowance?

Attendance Allowance (AA) is a non-means-tested welfare benefit. This support is available to those aged 65 or over in the UK who have a relevant disability or health condition. The government designed this to provide for those who require additional funding to assist them with their support needs.

Below are some of the key features of Attendance Allowance:

  • Eligibility – To be eligible for Attendance Allowance, you must meet the following criteria:
    • Be aged 65 or over.
    • Have a disability or health condition for which you require assistance.
    • Have needed help or supervision for at least six months relative to this.
  • Non-Means-Tested – Eligibility for AA is not based around income, savings or other financial circumstances. Whether you can receive it depends solely on your disability or health condition, and the level of support you require.
  • Two-Rate Levels – Attendance Allowance has two rate levels relative to the support a person requires. The lower rate is applicable to those who need assistance during either the day or the night. The higher rate applies to those who need assistance during both.
  • Application Process – The DWP can provide prospective AA claimants with the relevant application form. This can be obtained either online or over the phone. They require details about your disability or health condition, the support you require and any supporting medical evidence.
  • Duration – Claimants can continue to receive this benefit as long as they meet the eligibility criteria. It is an ongoing benefit.
  • Effect on Other Benefits – Being in receipt of Attendance Allowance can impact the rates of other benefits you receive. For example, it can increase your Housing Benefit or Council Tax Reduction rates. In addition to this, if someone is providing care for you, they may be eligible for Carer’s Allowance.

It is important to note that the specific regulations for Attendance Allowance can change over time. It is therefore advisable to check with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) or relevant authority for the most up-to-date guidance.

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