Attendance Allowance is a tax-free benefit for people aged 65 or over who need help with personal care because they are physically or mentally disabled.
Attendance Allowance is paid at two rates depending on how your disability affects you. The claim pack gives some examples of different levels of care needs. You can claim Attendance Allowance online.
If you are under age 65, you may be able to get Disability Living Allowance.
There are several ways of making a claim for Attendance Allowance: you can claim online, ask for a claim form to be sent to you or you can download a form. Please see the link to the Directgov Website - How to claim for more details.
