Claiming Attendance Allowance if you’re over 65

What is attendance allowance and how do you claim it?
If you’re over 65 and have certain care needs, there are various benefits you may be able to claim. One of those is the Attendance Allowance.
In this video I will explain what the allowance is, who is eligible and how to claim.
Attendance Allowance is a tax free, non-means tested benefit administered by the Department of Work and Pensions for someone over 65 who suffers from an illness or disability and has care or supervision needs.
Application form to claim Attendance Allowance: www.gov.uk/gov...
Or call the DWP Attendance Allowance Helpline on 0800 731 0122.
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[@AttendanceAllowancePayments]

Thanks for this, my mother has dementia and was admitted to a care-home 18 months ago and had I known I would have claimed AA then if I had known, so have lost £8000 I was entitled to - DWP were very efficient in sending me a duplicate letter! stating any back-claim was invalid, but have not settled the claim yet, despite the fact that my mother as terminal AD. I will do my utmost on KZbin to publicise to others that AA is a right!

[@allykatharvey]

No carer’s allowance for those already on state pension. Tough for old ladies with ailing husbands. Work, work, work through your old age with no breaks, holidays or financial help until you are totally worn out. The Attendance Allowance is paid to the one needing care, not the carer.

[@Liya12334]

Hello how much time does take get carar’s allowance approval letter

[@allykatharvey]

@@Liya12334 It may vary according to your area. It takes a few weeks but you must ask your local social services for help on this.

[@Liya12334]

@@allykatharvey okay can u help me with this please how can i ask from local social services

[@Liya12334]

@@allykatharvey can i have your number if you help me contact with local social services

[@tinastimson7005]

​@@allykatharveyyou can fill the form.out yourself you dont have to ask Social Services for help

[@amandadodgson2444]

PLEASE NOTE IT IS NOT AGE 65, IT IS WHEN YOU QUALIFY FOR YOUR STATE PENSION.

[@Willsmith-q2v]

Justin your channel is excellent I apprentice your sharing your knowledge........thanks buddy

[@TheRetirementCafe]

My pleasure!

[@jblogs1000]

i am 73 and have lots of needs, mobility joint pain etc but people of my age just get on with life some days i cannot get out of bed spend the money on the young

[@thesheepman220]

The DWP will reject the application twice so don’t get discouraged you have too go for a third application be warned don’t give up they do this with everyone

[@guavaB52]

So if I helped my 79 year old father in law, I should expect denial??

[@sandrapritchard9810]

I got turned down twice despite having disabilities. Just applied for third time. I might phone them if I get rejected third time.

[@colincourier]

hi justin, just seen your video and vey helpful,i wonder,i have been put onto a peg feed tube into my tummy,after suffering continuous boughts of chest infections,ie pneumonia over the years with hospital stays aswell.i find this hard to get round in my head,my wife and daughter helps me with making and prepairing my feed and medication three times a day, im 70 year old and was self employed upto 3 months ago,i have tried to go back to driving my van but not having the help to feed and apply my medication at different times of the day i dont think i can carry on,would i be entitled to any benefit and how easy is it to claim,im rather useless with forms. many thanks for your time Colin.

[@TheRetirementCafe]

Hi Colin, I think you may be entitled to some benefits. Can I suggest you look at the website www.Turn2us.org.uk You can search for a local adviser here www.turn2us.org.uk/Working-With-Us/Find-an-Adviser-Help who may be able to help you. I hope you manage to get the assistance you need.

[@JuliaCollins-in6lg]

Hopeless, him indoors has had a stroke affecting right side, had an artery in the neck cleaned as blocked. Has shaky hands not diagnosed. Unable to wash hair, shower , clean teeth personal care, unable to cook or prepare a simple meal like a sandwich, spills drinks, can’t get up and down stairs. Still said ‘no’ doesn’t fit the criteria and told although 72 mostly older people get it rarely his age. So don’t hold your breath when applying as your life can be seriously compromised and you are still told no.

[@TheRetirementCafe]

You can appeal. Read more about how to do it here www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/attendance-allowance/attendance-allowance-appeals/appeal-an-attendance-allowance-decision/

[@Liya12334]

Hello how much time does take get carar’s allowance approval letter i have claimed 4 weeks ago still waiting didn’t receive any response I phoned them they said you are on waiting list

[@TheRetirementCafe]

@@Liya12334 I understand it's up to 12 weeks.

[@Liya12334]

@@TheRetirementCafe why it taking too long

[@Liya12334]

@@TheRetirementCafe i called them they said your application with decision maker so how much time will take more?

[@raytunstallify]

The Government Department responsible for this, put as many y obsticals in the way of actually claiming this. I have tried twiceboth time rejected, yet according to them you have to be bedridden and require a 24 hr nurse. Guidelines are totally thrown away, it boils down to the person looking at your claim and whether they had a good night out the day before. Total waste of time.

[@deniserobbins4641]

Just been rejected for this.. Had 2 bulging discs and sciatica for 3 years, worked even though I was pensionable age but had to give up last year due to the pain. Sometimes can barely get upstairs and on bad days just rest in bed. Was in hospital few months ago for pain control. Cant drive when on meds so then I cant go out...😔

[@gmsrealisraelites2286]

THANKS FOR THE INFO

[@seye8eyes]

Thanks for the information great video by the way I am using smart technology artificial intelligence voice recognition programme to assist me as I am crippled

[@peanutco7635]

After completing the form would you require a face to face assessment

[@TheRetirementCafe]

You’ll only need to attend an assessment to check your eligibility if it’s unclear how your illness or disability affects you. If you do need an assessment you’ll get a letter saying why and where you must go. During the assessment, a medical professional will need to examine you.

[@christy140]

Now 66 YEARS OLD..

[@donnah5378]

This is only for UK not USA.

[@TheRetirementCafe]

Hi Donna yes you're right, this video is for UK residents only.

[@msblue1003]

I should have claimed long time ago for the allowance but because of deep depression I never claimed, is possible to backdated your claim to when you first became ill?

[@TheRetirementCafe]

I don't believe so. Find out more: www.turn2us.org.uk/get-support/information-for-your-situation/attendance-allowance/how-do-i-claim-attendance-allowance#:~:text=A%20claim%20for%20Attendance%20Allowance,completed%20claim%20form%20is%20received.

[@msblue1003]

@@TheRetirementCafe thanks

[@teresamaskell6863]

Will you get pension allowance if your 65 year old ?

[@Liya12334]

Hello how much time does take get carar’s allowance approval letter i have claimed 4 weeks ago still waiting didn’t receive any response I phoned them they said you are on waiting list

[@paulweir5031]

MY VIDEOS complains that his/her AA has increased by only 6p. This is tripe, AA is increased at the start of the financial year by the same amounts for all claimants on lower or higher rate. Disregard what this person has written!

[@CarolHunniford]

Don't get it if you get pip it's all lies

[@Liya12334]

Hello how much time does take get carar’s allowance approval letter i have claimed 4 weeks ago still waiting didn’t receive any response I phoned them they said you are on waiting list

[@paulweir5031]

Who is Justin King? Why does he presume to set himself up as someone who can give expert advice?

[@myvideos9811]

2022 MY ATTENDANCE ALLOWANCE HAS JUST INCREASED BY. ARE YOU SITTING DOWN .. OK WELL HERE GOES 6P PER DAY. NOW MY MONEY PROBLEMS ARE ALL SOLVED. WONDERFUL. WHAT A FRIGGING JOKE

[@paulweir5031]

Your AA could not have increased by 6p per day: there are two rates, lower and higher, which since April '22 stand at £61.85 and £92.40 respectively, increased from £60 and £89.60 for the previous financial year. I am at a loss to know where your 6p figure was arrived at, perhaps you could look again at your benefits and see where you have miscalculated; then apologize for the misinformation.

[@rri7534]

Lol 😂