The benefit can provide an extra £5,959.20 each year13:27, 05 Jul 2026Martin Lewis has urged pensioners to see if they're eligible for a benefit worth thousands of pounds annually. He said the benefit is being "underclaimed" by hundreds of thousands of people. Attendance Allowance is a benefit intended for those aged 66 and above living with disabilities or serious health conditions who need regular support, and is managed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).‌The benefit is offered at two rates, potentially providing an additional £3,988.40 or £5,959.20 each year, and importantly, it is not means-tested, reports the Mirror.‌The higher rate of £114.60 per week is awarded if you need help or supervision during both the day and night, or if you are terminally ill. The lower rate of