Introduction
Staying independent
We have expanded our range of information in this section of The Pension Service website.
It's our aim to help you stay independent.
The Money and tax section tells you about state pensions and other Government help that you might be able to get like:
- Pension Credit
- keeping your house warm in winter with a Winter Fuel Payment
- what to do if you think there are gaps in your National Insurance contributions which count towards your basic State Pension
You can also find out about living overseas and other help, such as:
- Council Tax Benefit and Housing Benefit
- Budgeting Loans
- Crisis Loans
- Community Care Grants
At home in Scotland or at home in England or Wales tells you about:
- home safety and security
- keeping your home warm
- home improvements
Find out more about UK online centres and learndirect in our learning section
In the legal services crime and security section, you can find out about:
- getting legal advice and information
- Neighbourhood Watch
- Victim Support
Find out about cheaper bus fares and driving licences in our Travel and leisure section
Find out about how to get involved in voluntary work and about New Deal and Jobcentre Plus in our Voluntary and paid work section
If you have lost a loved one, you can find out about:
- making a will
- inheritance tax
- Funeral Payments
- Bereavement Payments
Follow the links on the left hand side of the page to find out more.
If you live in Scotland, you can also find more information for older people on the Scottish Government website.
Did you know...?
People over 75 can apply for a free TV Licence?
See our Travel and leisure section for more information.
Work-related injuries
If you have been disabled by an accident at work, or have a disease or deafness caused by a job you have done, you may be able to claim Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit.
Find out more about Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit on the Jobcentre Plus website.