Checklist: entitlements for older people
The lists and links below are to help you to check out all the main services and entitlements for older people.
The headings in the left hand column of each section link to general documents on the subject, and those in the right hand column link to details of specific payments or services.
Income supports
Social insurance payments |
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| Means-tested payments |
State Pension (Non Contributory) See also: Habitual residence |
Widows and widowers |
Widow's, Widower's or Surviving Civil Partner's (Contributory) Pension Widow's, Widower's or Surviving Civil Partner’s (Non-Contributory) Pension |
Housing
Housing |
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| Grants and supports |
Housing Aid for Older People Scheme |
| Waivers |
Health
| Community care |
Taxation
| Credits and allowances | Older people's tax credits and reliefs Service charges (for example, water or refuse charges) |
Housing |
Rent relief (applies only to tenancies from before 8 December 2010) |
| Illness and medical expenses |
Legal
Private pensions
| Retiring from work |
Extra benefits
Other sources of information
Voluntary agencies |
IndeCare offers the service of a free confidential tele-care service, offering support to older people and all adults who feel vulnerable, alone or isolated |
Related Documents
- Checklist for people with disabilities and long-term illness
Quick reference guide to services and entitlements for people with disabilities or long-term illnesses and their families and carers - Income supports for older people
Find out about the range of payments available, and link to a broader checklist of entitlements for older people. - Budget 2012
Budget 2012 was announced on 5 and 6 December 2011. Summary of the main changes.
Contact Us
If you have a question relating to this topic you can contact the Citizens Information Phone Service on 0761 07 4000 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 9pm) or you can visit your local Citizens Information Centre.