Independent Age is an outstanding source of information and advice. This week they’ve been promoting several connected pieces of advice:
Living well with long-term health conditions guide
Long-term health conditions cannot be cured, but they can be managed with medicine or other treatments. Over time, you may have developed your own ways of coping. Independent Age’s free advice guide covers a range of topics, including:
- how your condition might affect you
- ways to cope with challenges, like pain or fatigue
- how to get the most out of medical appointments
- where to look for support
- how to help yourself manage your condition.
Benefits for people with disabilities
Attendance Allowance is extra money for people who have long-term physical or mental health problems. It’s not means-tested, so you can claim it whatever your income or savings
- How to prepare before applying for Attendance Allowance
- Top tips in applying for Attendance Allowance.