Pension Credit

Are you over State Pension age, or know someone who is?

If you are over State Pension age, you may be eligible to claim Pension Credit, even if you own your home or have savings.

People who claim Pension Credit may also be able to get:

• Winter Fuel Payment and other help with heating
• help with rent & Council Tax
• free TV Licence if 75 or over
• help with cost of NHS services, such as dental treatment, glasses & travel for hospital appointments

You could be eligible for Pension Credit if your weekly income is below £218.15 or, if you have a partner who lives with you, £332.95.

Don't miss out.

Use the Pension Credit calculator to find out how much Pension Credit someone could get – without giving any personal details. This video explains how the calculator works.

The Independent Age charity has this short video to help you claim.

Or contact:

The Pension Service
Telephone: 0800 99 1234
Find out about call charges

Help available

In December we will be calling residents to encourage the uptake of Pension Credit and outline the drop-in locations in your area for further support.

So that you know it's a genuine call we will be ringing from 0161 884 5135

If you would like to call us about Pension Credit please call all our advice line on 0161 253 7430.

We can help you with advice about Pension Credit and help you to apply if you need it.

Please come along to one of our local Pension Credit drop-ins where our officers can

help you. Drop-in sessions will be held weekly until 20 December.