Don't Miss Out On Pension Credit

You may have seen recently on the news and TV adverts about ensuring you are claiming Pension Credit.

Pension Credit can provide older people with extra financial support and boost their income. Research shows as many as 880,000 older people might not be claiming Pension Credit when they should be, which means they are missing out on approximately an extra £3,900 per year. Is that you?

You can check if you’re eligible for Pension Credit here on GOV.UK

Importantly, if you receive Pension Credit you will also be entitled to your Winter Fuel Payment. If you think you might be eligible and apply for Pension Credit by 21 December 2024 and also select to backdate the payment, you will also receive the Winter Fuel Payment.

We want to ensure our tenants, their family members, friends and neighbours know about claiming Pension Credit so please spread the word. Please encourage them to claim.

How to claim Pension Credit on GOV.UK 

If you can’t apply online you can also

Apply by phone

A friend or family member can call for you if you cannot use the phone.

Pension Credit claim line (Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm)
Telephone: 0800 99 1234
Textphone: 0800 169 0133

Apply by post

To apply by post, print out and fill in the Pension Credit claim form or call the claim line to request a form.

Send the claim form to the Pension Service, or ask someone to do it for you.

Freepost DWP Pensions Service 3

(Do not write anything except the freepost address on the envelope. You do not need a postcode or a stamp.)

What Is Pension Credit?

Pension Credit gives you extra money to help with your living costs if you are over State Pension age and on a low income. Pension Credit can also help with housing costs such as ground rent or service charges.

Pension Credit is separate from your State Pension. You can get Pension Credit even if you have other income, savings or own your own home.

If you are entitled to Pension Credit you will also receive:

• a reduction in you council tax bill
• a free TV licence if you’re aged 75 or over
• help with your heating costs through the Warm Home Discount Scheme
• help with NHS dental treatment, glasses and transport costs for hospital appointments, if you get a certain type of Pension Credit
• A discount on the Royal Mail redirection service if you are moving house

How Much Could I Get?

Pension Credit is worth, on average, £3,900 a year. You might get extra help if you’re a carer, severely disabled, or responsible for a child or young person.

You can use the Pension Credit Calculator to find out if you’re eligible and how much you could get.

If you need any additional help claiming benefits, or have any financial concerns we work alongside a charity in Birmingham called Birmingham Settlement they will be able to assist you do a benefits check to ensure you are claiming all the benefits you are entitled to. You can contact them on 0121 250 0770 or visit https://www.birminghamsettlement.org.uk/contact-us/

If you are struggling to pay your rent it is important to get in touch with us as soon as possible. We are here to help you. Email contact@nehemiah.co.uk or telephone 0121 358 0966.