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Later Life Care

Use our simple tool to find out how much care might cost and what financial support is available.

Care homes and support at home near you

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Which? Wills

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Financing care

Benefits & pensions

The government provides a range of benefits and allowances for older people. Here, we explain what’s on offer, who is eligible and how to apply.

Benefits for older people

8 min read

There is a range of benefits available in later life, including Attendance Allowance, Personal Independence Payment, Winter Fuel Payment and more. Make sure you’re getting everything you’re entitled to.

Attendance Allowance

7 min read

Read our practical guide to Attendance Allowance and the rates of payment, together with tips on applying for this benefit and completing the form.

Tips for completing the Attendance Allowance form

6 min read

Filling out the Attendance Allowance claim form can be tricky. Here are our top tips to help you through the process.

Pension Credit

6 min read

Pension Credit tops up your state pension if you have a low income. Find out who is eligible and how much you could get.

Carer’s Allowance

7 min read

Find out if you could apply for Carer’s Allowance, a government benefit to help you out financially if you regularly care for someone, but don't get paid for it.

Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

5 min read

Learn how Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can help with some of the extra costs associated with long-term illness or disability.

The PIP assessment guide

5 min read

An important part of the process for claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a medical assessment, known as the ‘PIP assessment’. We explain what it involves and how to prepare.

Disability Living Allowance (DLA)

2 min read

Disability Living Allowance is a benefit for disabled people that’s being replaced by Personal Independence Payment (PIP). We explain the current rates and the transition to PIP.

Winter Fuel Payment and other help with heating costs

5 min read

Find out if you are eligible for this tax-free payment towards heating costs and how to make a claim. Also read about other schemes, such as Warm Home Discount Scheme and Cold Weather Payment.

State pension

3 min read

Find out about the state pension, including information on the state pension age and how much you’ll receive.

Travel perks and discounts for older people

4 min read

Find about the concessions, discounts and other schemes that allow older people to travel free or at a reduced cost.

Constant Attendance Allowance

2 min read

Constant Attendance Allowance is a benefit for people who are ill or disabled as a result of serving in the armed forces or an accident at work. Find out about eligibility criteria and payment rates.