Re: Disability Welfare Benefits for those over 65
Originally Posted by
Uncle Joe
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Maybe so Susan darlin', but as I pointed out earlier, there is an age cut-off at 65. If you have not claimed and received DLA or PIP by your 65th birthday, you are debarred from receiving it, and must, in those circumstances apply for Attendance Allowance.
Joe, I had to find out certain things during the witch hunt on the disabled as my brother was due for an interview at the time.
What I found puzzling is that if someone working, and then claim to be disabled, they could claim for many things such as car tax paid for by gov't, the choice of a top of the range new car every three or four years, paid for by a small reduction from their disability allowance, and many other benefits. Whereas if one tried claiming at the age of 65 plus, all one could apply for was "Attendance Allowance" either the lower rate or if lucky, the higher rate which I believe at the time was around £83.Over 65's are not allowed to claim for car tax or a car paid for by a reduction in Attendance Allowance. I'm sure AA must be a godsend to many pensioners trying to exist on a basic state pension, but why such a seriously underpayment compared to disabled working age. Why is this? Surely those that have reached 65 plus are as entitled to receive the same as those working-age?
You usually know Joe, is this correct? or am I talking through my hat?
I just find it so strange (and rather unfair) that there is such a discrepancy between the two, and do they explain why?