Older people already claiming Attendance Allowance may be able to boost payments by £134 each month
dailyrecord.co.ukThe latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that at the end of May last year, there were nearly 1.5 million people across Great Britain receiving additional financial support through Attendance Allowance.
The data also indicated that over 132,600 people living in Scotland are receiving either £68.10 or £101.75 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, for some people, whose condition may have worsened or they have developed further health issues since their award began, it may be necessary to contact the DWP to report a change of circumstances.
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