Income maximisation for older people
Older people commonly do not claim all that they are entitled to.
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Older people commonly do not claim all that they are entitled to.
The requirement to have a right to reside for key benefits such as universal credit, remains a significant barrier preventing many EEA nationals accessing these benefits.
Personal independence payment (PIP) was introduced on the same day as universal credit back in 2013 and PIP is now the main disability benefit for working age claimants.
The work capability assessment (WCA) is used by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to assess whether someone is sick and is central to claims for employment and support allowance (old
Adult disability payment (ADP) is a new Scottish benefit aimed at supporting working-age adults who have extra care needs or mobility difficulties because of a disability.
Child disability payment (CDP) is a Scottish benefit that helps towards the additional needs of disabled children.
This is essential training if you are starting out as a welfare rights adviser in Scotland or need a good understanding of the benefits system.
Some claimants receiving ‘Legacy’ benefits under the old rules may elect to ‘jump ship’ early onto universal credit (UC) because they think it is better for them, or because they have been en