Pension credit advice

Older woman, wearing a purple fleece, looking out of a window

Did you know an award of just £1 in Pension Credit allows you to receive the Winter Fuel Allowance?

If you are unsure whether you can claim Pension Credit, or if you would like to speak to a friendly advisor about other support, come along to one of our advice events.

Advisors from Citizen’s Advice Wakefield District, WDH, Wakefield Council, and DWP will be attending the events. They can help with a range of issues including:

pension credit
money and debt advice
energy and bills support
housing

Upcoming Pension Credit Advice Events

Come along for a cuppa and a cake, plus you’ll get the chance to speak to a friendly advisor.

Monday 14 October 2024, Featherstone Community Centre, 11am to 3pm
Wednesday 23 October 2024, Horbury Working Members Club, 10am to 12pm
Tuesday 5 November at the Westfield Centre, South Elmsall, 11am to 2pm
Thursday 7 November at Castleford Library, 10am to 12pm
Tuesday 12 November at Normanton Baptist Church, 10am to 12pm
Wednesday 20 November at Airedale Library, 10am to 1pm

What is Pension Credit?

Younger man (left), discussing paperwork with an older man (right).

Pension Credit is a tax-free payment that is calculated based on your income. If you have a partner, your income is calculated together. Pension Credit tops up your weekly income to £218.15 if you’re single, or £332.95 for couples.

You can get Pension Credit if you:

have reached Pension Credit qualifying age, which is State Pension age
- The State Pension age is 66. You can find out more about State Pension age on the government website
live in Great Britain

You may still get Pension Credit if you:

have not paid National Insurance contributions
have some savings or a small pension
- the first £10,000 of savings is ignored, so if you have been turned down before because of the amount of your savings, it’s worth another check
live with your grown-up family
own your own home

If you are eligible for Pension Credit, you may be able to access more support, such as:

housing benefit
mortgage interest
council tax support
a free TV licence (over 75's)
NHS dental treatment and glasses
transport costs for hospital appointments
heating costs including the Winter Fuel Allowance

Visit the government website to find out more about how to claim Pension Credit.

For more help and support

If you are looking for financial support or advice, visit our cost of living support pages.

You can also visit one of our Help at the Hub sessions if you would like to chat to someone in person.