Sheffield
If someone in your household is over-50, or if you’re a carer or family member of an older person in Sheffield, then Age UK Sheffield can help you. We’re a local charity that is dedicated to supporting older people in Sheffield to live with independence, dignity, and a sense of wellbeing. Whether you need information, advice, someone to speak up for you, or high quality services, just ask us for help. You can call us in office hours on (0114) 250 2850. In 2019/20, we supported 3,500 over-50s in Sheffield with recorded case work, many of whom were living with long-term health conditions. Our services are accredited for quality, delivered by carefully chosen and highly-trained staff.
Information and Advice (I&A) Do you know all the benefits you could be claiming? As people’s circumstances change,
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they may become eligible for additional support, such as Carer’s Allowance or Attendance Allowance. Around 70% of enquiries to our I&A service are for benefits checks. We will ask you some questions about your circumstances and give advice on whether we think you could get some extra help
