Pension Age Disability Payment - Stakeholder Event - 19 September

Who this event is for

Organisations within the pilot areas of Argyll and Bute, Highland Council, Aberdeen City, Orkney, and Shetland who advise and support clients to claim benefits such as Pension Age Disability Payment, for example; Welfare Rights Advisors, Financial Inclusion Staff, Health and Social Care Support Staff and Advocates. It would also be beneficial for those who work in policy, learning and development and communications teams.

Purpose of this event

This event is for stakeholders who support individuals or families who are living with a disability and/or long-term health conditions within the pilot areas of Argyll and Bute, Highland Council, Aberdeen City, Orkney, and Shetland.

This event will include a general overview of the following topics:

• Policy background
• Eligibility criteria and how to apply
• Key differences between Attendance Allowance and Pension Age Disability Payment
• Supporting Information
• Award and review periods
• Short Term Assistance
• Special Rules for Terminal Illness
• Passported benefits

Please note additional events will be advertised to share details of the case transfer process for clients who will have their award moved from the Department for Work and Pensions to Social Security Scotland.

Further Information and Questions

Please email NationalEngagementandPartnershipTeam@socialsecurity.gov.scot