More than 7,500 people in Southwark already get Pension Credit. If anyone wants to join them and claim Pension Credit now, they will keep their Winter Fuel Allowance this winter.
As well as that, they could get extra help, including £150 Warm Home Discount from their energy supplier, free dental treatment and eye tests and a lower Council Tax bill.
Councillor Stephanie Cryan, cabinet member for equalities, democracy and finance, said: “I’d urge anyone who thinks they might be eligible to get in touch now. It’s so important that people claim any support they are entitled to, so please apply by 21 December to get your Winter Fuel Allowance, to stay warm this winter. If you know someone who might not know about Pension Credit, then let them know.”
People can apply for Pension Credit online at www.gov.uk/pension-credit, call 0800 99 1234, textphone 0800 169 0133 or print a claim form at www.gov.uk/pension-credit/how-to-claim.
It’s easy to apply but a family member might be able to help if need be. Residents can also get help to apply by calling 020 7525 5000 (select option 3) and someone will refer them to a friendly local organisation including Citizens Advice Southwark, Age UK, Southwark, Link Age Southwark, Time and Talents, and Southwark Pensioners Centre.