Attendance Allowance

Hi cathyr143

Welcome to the forum, you might want to have a look at the following FAQ which explains where everything is.

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I cannot answer that question as it depends on what effects Degenerative Disc Disease has on your care needs. Do you suffer from sciatic pain and reduced sensation in some areas, linked to the nerve problem that begins in your spine? If you do then the effects may have a knock on with other activities such as washing, going to the toilet, getting dressed, cooking etc, have a look at our guide: www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/help-for-claimants/dla/#AA.

Remember AA is all about care needs.

You can claim Attendance Allowance if you meet all the following criteria:

~ are over State Pension age.
~ could benefit from help with personal care, such as getting washed or dressed, or supervision to keep you safe during the day or night.
~ have any type of disability or illness, including sight or hearing impairments, or mental health issues such as dementia.
~ have needed help for at least 6 months. (If you’re terminally ill you can make a claim straight away.)

www.gov.uk/attendance-allowance

Gary