Attendance Allowance could help people who are severely short-sighted or have eye conditions including cataract, glaucoma or macular degeneration.
An estimated two million people across Great Britain are living with sight loss or a degenerative eye condition. More than 59,267 working age adults under 65 are receiving extra financial support through Personal Independence Payment or Adult Disability Payment , while 47,333 people over State Pension age are getting weekly help through Attendance Allowance .
The benefit is designed to help people of State Pension age with daily living expenses and can also help them stay independent in their own home for longer. Top Money Stories Today Sight loss conditions These are common health issues affecting eyesight that are being supported through disability benefits, but if your condition is not listed, it doesn’t mean it’s not supported.
How much could I get on Attendance Allowance? You could get either £72.65 for the lower rate or £108.55 for the higher rate during the 2024/25 financial year. Payments are usually made in arrears, every four weeks. How does Attendance Allowance affect other benefits? The other benefits you get might increase if you get Attendance Allowance, these include:How do I make a claim? You will need to complete a long claim form when you apply for Attendance Allowance.
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