If you are over 66 years old and have a medical condition that impacts your daily living, you may be entitled to Attendance Allowance. Whether you are working or retired; whether you currently receive any support or not. Get in touch to find out more.
If successful, individuals may receive up to £5,645 each year. The higher rate is worth £108.55 per week and the lower rate is worth £72.65 per week.
You can apply for Attendance Allowance yourself, but many individuals find the process extremely complex, and the failure rate is over 60%. Our specialist team at Kinly, however, are here to help. We make things easier for you and maximise your chances of success by getting it right first time.
Many individuals find the process extremely challenging. It involves a 30 page application form and complex questions requiring real know-how to answer correctly. As a result, over 60% fail when they apply by themselves. Our specialist team at Kinly, however, are here to help. We make things easier for you and maximise your chances of success by getting it right first time.
No, Attendance Allowance is not means-tested. Any income or savings you have does not impact your application.
No, Attendance Allowance is not taxed.
No, Attendance Allowance does not adversely affect any other claim, such as the State Pension. In fact, it can help you secure other benefits (e.g., Council Tax Reduction, Pension Credit, Housing Benefit).
No, you do not need to be receiving any care or support currently to claim Attendance Allowance. It is for people that have a medical condition that impacts their daily living.
No, you do not. You are free to spend the money as you like. Many people use it in addition to their State Pension. For example, a cleaner, taxis to supermarkets, medications, visiting family, or even a daily coffee.
Yes, Attendance Allowance can be claimed whether you are working or retired.
You cannot claim Attendance Allowance back into the past. However, if successful the money you receive is backdated to the date when the application was sent off and processed.
If you are both eligible, couples can both apply separately. This could be worth over £11,000 per year.
Officially, it can take up to 12 weeks once your application is received. However, with the specialist support of the Kinly team, we typically see our clients receive their money much quicker.
