Attendance Allowance warning as 'common mistakes' could see your claim rejected

Other questions relate to how one uses a toilet, if they need any help eating and drinking, whether they require assistance getting dressed or undressed and if they need help navigating the stairs.

Not providing as much detail as possible can see pensioners missing out on over £4,000 a year.

Before sending the form to DWP, people must also attach any supporting information including GP letters, their care plan or prescription lists.

Attendance Allowance is not means-tested and can be paid regardless of a person’s income, savings or national insurance contribution record.