Benefits
Attendance Allowance 2026/27: Rates and Who Gets It
Attendance Allowance is a benefit for people over State Pension age who need help with personal care because of an illness or disability. It pays GBP 76.70 or GBP 114.60 a week in 2026/27. It is not means-tested and not taxable, so your income and savings do not affect it, and you do not have to spend it on care.
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Lower rate - GBP 76.70 a week (help needed during the day or at night)
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Higher rate - GBP 114.60 a week (help needed both day and night, or you are terminally ill)
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Who can claim - People over State Pension age who need help with personal care or supervision
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Means-tested? - No - your income and savings do not affect it
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