DWP urges people to help older relatives check for £3,500 annual income boost on Father's Day
The Department for Work and Pensions hopes its’ ‘Pension Credit Week of Action’, will raise awareness about the unique £3,500 income boost only available to those over retirement age. An estimated 850,000 eligible pensioners across the country are missing out on the passport benefit.
For those without access to the internet, or not confident using an online calculator, you can also check if you should claim by calling the Pension Credit helpline on 0800 99 1234 - lines are open 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.“If they are over State Pension age don’t forget to talk to them about Pension Credit.”
Who should check for Pension Credit? If you are over 65 and reached State Pension age before April 6, 2016, you could still qualify for Pension Credit if your weekly income is less than:If you qualify for Pension Credit you can also get other help, such as: All you have to do then is follow the link to the application page to find out exactly what you will get from the DWP, including access to other financial support.
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