Arthritis is the most common condition for people over State Pension age who claim Attendance Allowance, according to the ...

Older people are being urged to claim ... Attendance Allowance benefit as part of a new initiative that makes applying simpler. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has launched a new online ...

Charities including Independent Age and Age UK can also help with claims and answer any questions over the phone or online ... a long claim form when you apply for Attendance Allowance.

The Attendance Allowance supports ... For those unable to access the online portal, traditional postal applications remain fully operational. Applicants can download forms from the government ...

Citizen's Advice have a page on help with filling in the Attendance Allowance form, as do Age UK who you can contact on: 0800 678 1602 everyday between 8am – 7pm for further support and advice.

However, you cannot use the online form if you are applying as someone with power of attorney or are an appointee. You can also print and send a claim form to “Freepost DWP Attendance Allowance”.

Commenting on the online application process, a DWP spokesperson said ... You will need to complete a long claim form when you apply for Attendance Allowance. It might seem daunting at first but help ...

Charities including Independent Age and Age UK can also help with claims and answer any questions over the phone or online via email or webchat ... You will need to complete a long claim form when you ...

and how to make a claim. For more information about Attendance Allowance, or help completing the application form, contact Independent Age on 0800 319 6789 or get advice online on their website here.

As the summer approaches, those looking to apply for the first time should note the updated guidance on GOV.UK, which now indicates that the new online ... the Attendance Allowance form available ...