| Q |
I own my home. Will this be counted when I apply for
benefits? |
| A |
No. The value of your house is not taken into account when working out whether you can claim
benefits. |
| Q |
Will I qualify for any benefits if I have
savings? |
| A |
Yes. There’s no limit to the amount of savings you can have for some benefits so get in touch to find
out. |
| Q |
I have a retirement pension and two pensions from my work so I won’t qualify for Pension Credit, will
I? |
| A |
It depends what your total weekly income is. Before telephoning, work out what your total weekly income is, either as a single person or a couple and you should be able to get an instant answer. Remember: Attendance Allowance and Disability Living Allowance do not have to be included when working out your weekly
income |
|
 |
| Q |
I applied 3 years ago and was told I was just over the qualifying amount so there’s no point trying again, is
there? |
| A |
There certainly is. The rates for a whole range of benefits increase each year. You might now qualify. |
| Q |
I
get Housing Benefit just now. If I apply for Pension Credit I will
lose the Housing Benefit and be worse off won’t I? |
| A |
No.
Getting Pension Credit may affect your Housing Benefit but you will
not be worse off. |
| Q |
If I
qualify for Pension Credit, Housing Benefit or Council Tax Benefit
will I receive them straight away? |
| A |
Yes,
and not only straight away –they could be backdated for up to 12
months! Think of what that lump sum could pay for! |
|
Remember
,if you dont like giving lots of details over the phone,
arrange a home visit . click here. |
|
