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Don't pay to claim
Every year, older people across the UK miss out on benefits they’re entitled to. This is because they don’t know support is available, or because the system feels daunting to navigate. Unfortunately, some companies are taking advantage of this. Claims Management Companies (CMCs) are contacting pensioners and their families, offering to handle claims for benefits like Attendance Allowance or missing Home Responsibilities Protection (HRP) on their behalf, for a fee.
These companies are not doing anything illegal, but the impact on individuals can be significant. Fees can run into hundreds or even over a thousand pounds, taken from money people are entitled to receive for free. Some people don’t realise they’ve entered into an agreement until a company takes a cut of their payment. Others are unaware they had a choice at all.
The message we want to get across is straightforward: if you’re eligible for these benefits, claiming them should never cost you anything. Free, trusted help is available from organisations including Citizens Advice and Independent Age.