The charity Independent Age shares five essential tips for claiming Pension Credit from the DWP.
Independent Age has warned that lots of older people are missing out on benefits and extra financial support they are entitled to that could make life more manageable. In a new video released by the charity, it shines a light on claiming an income top-up worth £3,900 each year - four months before they reach State Pension age.
Independent Age top five Pension Credit tips Check your eligibility Check if you are eligible for the benefit either using the online Pension Credit calculator on GOV.UK here, calling the Pension Credit helpline on 0800 99 1234 , or reading the guide on the Independent Age website here. Pension Credit in a nutshell Pension Credit gives people extra money to help with their living costs if they are over State Pension age and on a low income. It can also provide access to a range of other benefits.
Mixed aged older couples and Pension Credit In May 2019, the law changed so a ‘mixed age couple’ - a couple where one partner is of State Pension age and the other is under it - are considered to be a ‘working age’ couple when checking entitlement to means-tested benefits.
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