The DWP has written to approximately 200 households in Elmbridge who could claim Pension Credit. If you have received a letter, please check whether you can claim.
Pension Credit is a type of benefit that gives you extra money to help with your living costs. If you're over State Pension age and are on a low income, you might be eligible. It can also help with housing costs such as ground rent or service charges.
You might get extra help if you’re a carer, severely disabled, or responsible for a child or young person.
Pension Credit is separate to your State Pension.
If you get Pension Credit you can also get other help such as the Winter Fuel Payment.
To qualify for a 2024 to 2025 Winter Fuel Payment, you needed to apply for Pension Credit by 21 December 2024.
You can check to see if you’re eligible for this support using the online Pension Credit calculator. Find out more, including how to claim, on GOV.UK: Pension Credit.
Applications for Pension Credit can be made:
- on GOV.UK: How to claim
- over the phone by calling 0800 99 1234 (Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm)
- by printing out and filling in a paper application form