Don't Miss Out on Support this Winter

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

Pension Credit tops up pension income and can help with day-to-day living costs.

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:

• help with heating costs

• help with rent and Council Tax

• a free TV licence for those aged 75 or over

• help with the cost of NHS services, such as NHS dental treatment, glasses and transport costs 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. Qualifying income level may be higher in some circumstances.

Check your eligibility at www.gov.uk/pension-credit or by calling 0800 99 1234.

For other help with the cost of living:

The Age UK Helpline is open 365 days a year, 8am to 7pm, on 0800 678 2603

Citizens Advice East Suffolk can help with Pension Credit, benefits, budgeting, debt and more. Call 0808 278 7866 (Mon-Fri, 10am-2pm), visit www.caes.org.uk or visit your local office or outreach venue.

East Suffolk Council’s Community Help Hub offers help with money, including Pension Credit and other benefits. They can do telephone or face to face appointments, including home visits. Call 0333 016 2000 and ask for ‘help with money’ or fill in our referral form: www.eastsuffolk.gov.uk/cost-of-living