Attendance Allowance rules older people need to know or monthly payments of up to £434 could stop

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The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show at the end of May last year, there were more than 1.6 million people across Great Britain receiving additional financial support through Attendance Allowance.

The data also indicates nearly 146,300 people living in Scotland are now receiving either £72.65 or £108.55 each week through the benefit.

Attendance Allowance is a tax-free benefit, delivered by the DWP and designed to help older people with daily living expenses which could also help them stay independent in their own home for longer.

However, many claimants may not be aware there are several changes in circumstances which must be reported to the DWP’s Attendance Allowance helpline on 0800 731 0122 as soon as possible - especially if your condition changes - as they could affect entitlement or payments.