Attendance Allowance
Attendance Allowance Support
Last updated: April 2026 · Reviewed by: Silverwings Benefits Team · Source: DWP
Attendance Allowance may be available to some people over State Pension age who need help because of a health condition or disability. Check whether it may be relevant to you.
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Check If You’re Likely to Qualify
A few quick questions about the help you need day-to-day — no jargon, no medical terms. Takes about 2 minutes.
No obligation · No cost to check
This is a commercial eligibility check for the paid application-support service offered by Silverwings Benefits, an independent company. It is not a government service, and it is not an application. You can apply for Attendance Allowance yourself, for free, on the official GOV.UK Attendance Allowance page.
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What you could get
Tax-free, and not means-tested.
Attendance Allowance rates (2026/27)
Lower rate
£76.70
per week
£3,988.40 per year (2026/27)
For people who need help during the day or night.
Higher rate
£114.60
per week
£5,959.20 per year (2026/27)
For people who need help during both day and night, or who are terminally ill.
Key facts
The things most people don't realise.
Five things worth knowing.
Tax-free, non-means-tested
Attendance Allowance is completely tax-free and non-means tested. It won’t affect your State Pension or other income.
Not means-tested
Your savings, income, or property don’t matter. Entitlement is based entirely on how your health affects you.
No formal diagnosis needed
You don’t need a doctor’s diagnosis. If daily life is harder because of your health, you may qualify.
Spend it however you like
There are no restrictions on how you use the money. It’s yours to spend as you wish.
You don’t need a carer
Despite the name, you don’t need to have a carer. It’s about the help you need, not the help you get.
Quick answers
Each one takes about a minute.
Quick answers, explained in 60 seconds.
In their words
Real reviews, word for word, from Trustpilot.
“Silverwings have literally changed my life.”
I was diagnosed with asthma over 35 years ago and unfortunately I caught covid in April 2020, prior to the vaccinations and it has had a detrimental effect on my asthma. I have also been diagnosed with osteoarthritis. I applied on line and was given an appointment. A member of their team, Tony, called me and we completed my form. He was very patient, friendly and understanding. He is a credit to Silver wings. I heard within 6 weeks that I had been successful. I cannot thank them enough, as my day to day life now is so more manageable and fulfilling. Thank you “Tony” and the Silver Wings team!
“It is with enormous heartfelt gratitude that I must thank The wonderful Tony Ainsley for helping to change my life! It was through Tony’s help, guidance and coupled with a sense of humour when going through the forms that I was granted The Personal Attendance Allowance.”
Maxine Kallenberg · 11 August 2026
Read the full review“It is with grateful pleasure that I commend Paige and Tony from Silver Wings for their care and professionalism over the last two weeks. I was initially contacted by Paige who explained the process precisely and simply. My (many) questions were answered clearly and concisely and with unending patience. Today I had a call from Tony. Together he and I completed the epic application form required for Attendance Allowance. He showed enormous compassion when asking personal questions about my current predicament. Without Tony’s reassurance and endeavour I’m not sure I would have managed the onerous task alone.”
David · 5 June 2026
Read the full review“Found silver wings by chance and thank the lucky stars we did. They explained the application in easy to comprehend terms, all sailed through with just over an hour phone call from them to guide us through the process. Although we answered honestly we thought the chances of being offered attendance allowance wouldn’t be feasible, but to our amazement all successful... yes we did pay a small percentage to them, they made our life sweeter but unexpectedly, thank you!!!”
Verified Customer · 11 May 2026
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Common conditions
This is not a complete list. If you're unsure, give us a call and we'll check for you.
Hundreds of health conditions can qualify.
Read our dedicated guides for the most common conditions below, based on official DWP claimant data, or check your eligibility directly.
Your choices
The free routes come first. Using us is always your choice.
Nobody has to pay to claim what they’re entitled to.
Every benefit we help with can be applied for yourself, completely free, or with free help from a charity. Paying us is one option of three.
Free
Apply yourself
Apply for Attendance Allowance, Pension Credit or any benefit directly, free, with no fee at any point.
Around 59% of new disability benefit claims are disallowed nationally, according to DWP’s own figures.
Apply on GOV.UK ↗Free
Free help from a charity
- Citizens Advice ↗
Free, independent, one-to-one help completing benefit forms and understanding your entitlement.
- Turn2us ↗
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- Age UK ↗
Free advice line and local support specifically for people over State Pension age.
- Citizens Advice ↗
Only if you win
We do it with you
One phone call, and we handle the rest. Your fee includes:
- Same-day submission to the DWP or council
- AI-assisted call capture, so no detail is lost
- Two independent accuracy checks before submission
- Automatic checks for linked benefits like Pension Credit
- A free Mandatory Reconsideration, if needed
- A free 6-month benefit review
- Fee
- 20% + VAT of year one
- Fee on Attendance Allowance, lower rate
- £957.22
- Fee on Attendance Allowance, higher rate
- £1,354.70
Pay in full, or spread it over 3 or 6 months.
How the fee works
How we work
How we work with you
Applying yourself is always free, and always an option
You can apply for Attendance Allowance directly with the DWP at no cost. Nationally, according to published DWP figures, a large proportion of new disability benefit claims are turned down at first decision — often because of how the form was completed, rather than genuine ineligibility. If you’d rather have someone experienced help you present your case, that’s where we come in.
We’ve supported people through this since 2023
We take the time to understand your situation and help you set out the evidence clearly, so the DWP has what it needs to make a fair decision the first time.
You only pay if the application succeeds
There’s no upfront cost. If you choose to use our paid support and the application is successful, our fee is 20% + VAT of your first year’s award, as a one-off charge — with a 3-month payment plan available if that’s easier.
Watch
We've supported people through this since 2023.
Watch: what is Attendance Allowance?
This is an earlier recording and predates some of our current positions on regulation and vulnerability — a refreshed version is coming soon.
Questions
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Attendance Allowance: frequently asked questions
Is Attendance Allowance means-tested?
No. Attendance Allowance is not means-tested and does not depend on your income, savings, or National Insurance record. It is also completely tax-free.
Do I need a formal diagnosis to claim?
No. There is no requirement for a formal diagnosis. What matters is the level of help and supervision you need day-to-day because of your health, not the name of the condition causing it.
Will claiming affect my State Pension or other benefits?
No, Attendance Allowance does not reduce your State Pension. In fact, it can increase your entitlement to Pension Credit, Council Tax Reduction and Housing Benefit, because it is disregarded as income for those benefits.
Do I need a carer to qualify?
No. Despite the name, you don't need to have a carer or anyone actually providing the help. Entitlement is based on the level of help you need, whether or not you currently receive it.
What happens if my application is turned down?
A large proportion of new disability benefit claims are turned down at first decision, often because of how the form was completed rather than genuine ineligibility. You can ask for a mandatory reconsideration, and we can help you present the evidence clearly if you'd rather not go through that alone.
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