New data reveals just how many people with hearing loss are claiming for the DWP benefit
Across the entirety of Great Britain, it is estimated that there are 12 million adults living with a hearing condition or deafness. However, only 35,633 of them are currently receiving additional financial support through Personal Independence Payment , Attendance Allowance, or Adult Disability Payment .
This tax-free benefit is currently supporting more than 1.5 million people across Great Britain reports the Daily Record. Attendance Allowance is a benefit designed to assist individuals of State Pension age with their daily living expenses, enabling them to maintain independence in their own homes for longer.
What is Attendance Allowance? Attendance Allowance assists with additional costs if you have a physical or mental disability or illness severe enough to make self-care difficult - it does not cover mobility needs. You do not need to have someone caring for you to claim. How much could I receive from Attendance Allowance? Depending on the level of care your condition requires, you could receive either £72.65 or £108.55 per week. This is paid every four weeks and equates to £290.60 and £434.20 respectively.
If you'd prefer to do it yourself you can follow the Citizens Advice guide on how to fill in your claim form here.
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