Find Out What Benefits You Could Be Entitled To
Published on 05 August 2025 10:37 AM
Are you missing out on extra money? Many people across East Sussex aren't claiming all the financial support they're entitled to. If you're over 50 and living in Hastings, Eastbourne, Lewes or anywhere else in the county, we’re here to help.
The Age UK East Sussex Benefits Calculator is a free, easy-to-use tool that helps you check what benefits you may be able to claim. It’s completely anonymous and can be used online from the comfort of your home.
What is the benefits calculator?
The Age UK benefits calculator gives you a quick estimate of which benefits you might be entitled to – including Pension Credit, Attendance Allowance, and Carer’s Allowance.
The calculator works by asking for basic details, such as:
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Your income and savings
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Whether you live alone or with a partner
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Whether you care for someone
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What benefits you’re already claiming
It then uses this information to give you a personalised estimate.
Local support from Age UK East Sussex
If you live in East Sussex and need help with claiming benefits or understanding your results, our Information & Advice team is here for you. We offer:
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Free benefit checks for older people
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Support with completing applications
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Advice on managing finances in later life
Call us on 01273 476 704
Email: information@ageukeastsussex.org.uk
Our trained advisers can talk you through the process and help you make sure you’re not missing out on any money.
When should I use the calculator?
You should consider checking your benefits if:
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You're over 60 and unsure what support you're entitled to
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You're struggling with household bills or energy costs
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Your circumstances have recently changed (e.g. retirement, bereavement, or becoming a carer)
Even if you've checked before, it’s worth trying again – as new benefits may now apply to you.
What is the benefits calculator?
The Age UK benefits calculator gives you a quick estimate of which benefits you might be entitled to – including Pension Credit, Attendance Allowance, and Carer’s Allowance.
The calculator works by asking for basic details, such as:
-
Your income and savings
-
Whether you live alone or with a partner
-
Whether you care for someone
-
What benefits you’re already claiming
It then uses this information to give you a personalised estimate.
Local support from Age UK East Sussex
If you live in East Sussex and need help with claiming benefits or understanding your results, our Information & Advice team is here for you. We offer:
-
Free benefit checks for older people
-
Support with completing applications
-
Advice on managing finances in later life
Call us on 01273 476 704
Email: information@ageukeastsussex.org.uk
Our trained advisers can talk you through the process and help you make sure you’re not missing out on any money.
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When should I use the calculator?
You should consider checking your benefits if:
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You're over 60 and unsure what support you're entitled to
-
You're struggling with household bills or energy costs
-
Your circumstances have recently changed (e.g. retirement, bereavement, or becoming a carer)
Even if you've checked before, it’s worth trying again – as new benefits may now apply to you.
📞 Benefit check appointments by phone
If you’d prefer to speak to someone, our national Age UK Advice Line also offers benefit check appointments over the phone.
📱 Call 0800 678 1602 – open 8am to 7pm, every day of the year.
Make the most of local advice in East Sussex
You don’t have to figure it all out alone.
Get in touch for personalised, local advice on benefits, financial support, or help with energy bills. You may be surprised at what you’re entitled to.
Use the benefits calculator now
Contact Age UK East Sussex Information & Advice team