Older people with respiratory conditions may be due up to £101 per week from DWP
Introduction:
As we age, certain physical and medical conditions may affect our daily living. This is why the UK Government provides support to older people through benefits like Attendance Allowance. If you have a disability or illness that makes it hard for you to look after yourself, you might be eligible for this benefit. In particular, older people with respiratory conditions may be able to claim up to £101 per week from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Here’s everything you need to know about Attendance Allowance and how it can help you.
What is Attendance Allowance?
Attendance Allowance is a benefit that helps with extra costs if you have a physical or mental disability or illness severe enough that makes it hard for you to look after yourself – it does not cover mobility needs. You do not need to have someone caring for you in order to make a claim.
Who can claim?
If you have a disability or illness and need help or supervision throughout the day or at times during the night -even if you don’t currently get that help, you should apply for Attendance Allowance. This might include help with your personal care, staying safe and difficulties with personal tasks. Attendance Allowance isn’t just for people with a physical disability or illness.
How much could you 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. You can spend the money however you like and it could help you stay independent in your own home for longer.
Related Facts:
The latest figures from the DWP show that at the end of August 2022, more than 1.4 million people over State Pension age were receiving additional weekly financial support through Attendance Allowance. Of the overall total, some 25,279 people living in Scotland are also in receipt of the tax-free benefit. While the most common disabling condition is arthritis, there are also 82,319 older people getting support for respiratory disorders and diseases.
Breakdown of Attendance Allowance claimants with respiratory conditions in the UK:
– Scotland: 9,037
– England: 67,827
– Wales: 5,234
– Total (including claimants living abroad): 82,319
Respiratory Disorders and Diseases:
This is the list of respiratory conditions supported through Attendance Allowance to help with additional daily living costs.
– Diseases of the upper respiratory tract
– Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
– Bronchiectasis
– Cystic Fibrosis
– Asthma
– Pulmonary fibrosis
– Extrinsic allergic alveolitis
– Fibrosing alveolitis
– Pneumoconiosis
– Granulomatous lung disease and pulmonary infiltration
– Disease of the pleura
– Lung transplantation
– Pneumonia
– Lower respiratory tract
Key Takeaway:
Many older people with respiratory conditions may be eligible for Attendance Allowance, which provides extra financial support to help them manage daily living costs. If you have a disability or illness severe enough to need help, you should consider applying for this benefit.
Conclusion:
The UK Government provides support to older people through benefits like Attendance Allowance. If you have a respiratory condition or another disability or illness that makes it hard for you to look after yourself, you could be eligible for this benefit. You could receive up to £101 per week to help with extra daily living costs, which could help you stay independent in your own home for longer.
