If you're over State Pension age and struggling to make ends meet, you might also be able to claim Pension Credit to top up your income.

If you are over state retirement age and single with total weekly income under £218 then you may qualify.  If you're a couple, both of pension age, with total weekly income under £333 or not above £350 then you may qualify. (The threshold may be higher if you are claiming some disability benefits)
To claim Pension Credit, you can either: 

• claim online below (if you already claim State Pension and there aren't any children or young people included in your claim)
• call the Pension Credit claim line on 0800 99 1234 and they can fill in the application for you over the phone (lines are open Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm).

For a referral to Lancaster Wests energy advice service for practical tips on reducing household energy consumption please call 0800 389 2005