Attendance Allowance Calculator

Check if you might qualify for Attendance Allowance - a tax-free benefit for people over State Pension age who need help with personal care due to a disability or illness.

Your age

You must be State Pension age (65+) to claim Attendance Allowance

Your care needs

I need help during the day

Help with personal care like washing, dressing, eating, or taking medication

I need help during the night

Help or supervision during the night, or someone nearby in case you need help

I need supervision to stay safe

Someone needs to watch over you to prevent danger to yourself or others

Your condition

I've had my condition for at least 6 months

Or it's expected to last at least 6 months

I am terminally ill

You can get the higher rate automatically under special rules

Your living situation

I live in a care home

About Attendance Allowance

Attendance Allowance helps with extra costs if you have a disability severe enough that you need someone to help look after you. It's not means-tested, so your income and savings don't affect eligibility.

2025/2026 Weekly Rates

Lower rate: £72.65 - if you need help during the day OR night
Higher rate: £108.55 - if you need help during the day AND night, or you're terminally ill

Eligibility Requirements

You've reached State Pension age (currently 66)
You have a physical or mental disability
You've needed help for at least 6 months (unless terminally ill)
You normally live in England, Scotland, or Wales