Boost your retirement income

Pension Credit is a benefit that gives you extra money to top up your pension income. You could be eligible if you’re over State Pension age and on a low income.

It’s worth claiming even if you’re only eligible for a small amount, because Pension Credit is your passport to other entitlements. For example, you’ll also qualify for a free TV licence, free dental treatment, vouchers towards glasses or contact lenses, and may even get your rent or Council Tax paid in full.

Order your free copy of Pension Credit here and find out how easy it is to make a claim.

There are many ways you might be eligible to cut your Council Tax bill. For example, if you’re on a low income, you might be able to claim Council Tax Support from your local council. If you live alone, you’re entitled to a 25% reduction. You might not even have to pay Council Tax at all – for instance, if your home is empty because you’ve moved because you need to be cared for.

Order your free copy of Council Tax here to find out what you might be eligible for.

Attendance Allowance is extra money if you have a long-term disability or health condition. You may be able to claim if you need help with personal care (such as getting dressed, washing, going to the toilet, taking medication) or supervision to keep you safe.

It isn’t means-tested, so your income and savings aren’t taken into account. You can spend the money however you want – it doesn’t have to be on a carer. Lots of people spend it on things that make life easier, like taxis, fuel bills or a cleaner.

Order your free copy of Attendance Allowance here to find out more.

We’ve updated our Moneywise guide for 2020, so why not order your free copy and find out if you’re missing out on extra money or reduced bills? It looks at cutting your fuel bills, getting help with health and care costs, reducing your travel costs, claiming all the benefits you’re entitled to, checking your tax bill and more.

Order your free copy of Moneywise here.

Our benefits calculator will help you find out what you can claim. It’s free to use, and the details you provide are anonymous. It takes around 10 minutes to complete. Start your calculation here.

Short of time? Why not try our benefit checker where you can tick the boxes that apply to you to see whether there might be benefits you could claim. Try it out here.