I spent Sunday at Mum's. Going through bank statements and savings to see if she could claim Pension Credit.

Pension Credit will give her extra money to help with her living costs as she's over State Pension age without much income.

Pension Credit is worth, on average, £3,900 per year and unlocks additional support including the Winter Fuel Payment, help with Council Tax, NHS dental care and a free TV licence.

Luckily she has broadband and is able to access the Government web site. https://www.gov.uk/pension-credit/how-to-claim

We had to input details of what she had in her bank account and any savings, plus some other details; NI Number etc. We had to check statements to find the balances from three months ago too as they will back date payments.

Anyway, today, just three days later, she received a phone call from the Department for Work and Pensions saying the she qualifies by just a few pounds. This will unlock a lot of extra help for her!

So, I'd recommend you all help your parents and grand-parents to do likewise. Remember, lots of the older generation shun social media and are unaware of their entitlement, so make a point of calling them and raising the issue when visiting. ;)

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