09/09/2024
Hi all
Just a little info in relation to pension credits that may be helpful.
Please verbally share this or print off information with relatives that may not be able to access this.
The new changes in relation to winter fuel payments will mean more than 10 million pensioners will no longer receive the payments of between £200 and £300 a year, which will now only be made to those on low incomes who receive certain benefits.
You can pick up a Pension Credit claim form from your local Jobcentre Plus or the Pension Service. You can also apply for Pension Credit online or by calling the Pension Credit application line on 0808 100 6165.
Pension Credit is a weekly benefit that can help boost your income. You can apply for it any time after you reach State Pension age.
Pension Credit can also help with other costs, such as:
Housing costs
Council Tax
Free TV license (when you're 75 or over)
NHS costs, including free dental check-ups and treatment
Here is the link, to enable you to print the form or read more details.
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/65240d0b2548ca000dddefba/pc1-notes.pdf