It is estimated that around two million people in the UK are struggling with sight problems or a degenerative eye condition. More than 59,000 adults under 65 who are still of working age receive additional financial help through Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or Adult Disability Payment (ADP). Meanwhile, almost 50,000 people above the AOW retirement … Read more
Attendance Allowance is a benefit provided by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for people over state pension age who require help with personal care or supervision because of an illness, disability or mental health condition. Successful claims can result in weekly payments of £72.65 or £108.55, depending on the level of support required. … Read more
An estimated 12 million adults across the UK are living with a hearing impairment or deafness. However, only 35,633 of these currently receive additional financial support through Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Attendance Allowance or Adult Disability Payment (Scotland only). Currently, 8,616 people over state pension age receive £72.65 at the lower rate or £108.55 at … Read more