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<p /> <p>The department is committed to encouraging older people to take up the benefits
they are entitled to and goes to considerable lengths to publicise benefits. Information
is available from the department's offices; advice agencies, including local authorities;
and leaflets are available from various locations, including post offices and doctors'
surgeries. Information about all benefits and how these may be claimed is readily
available on the GOV.UK website, or through the DWP Information Line.</p><p>Additionally,
the department’s National Partnerships Team works with customer representative organisations,
both nationally and locally, to provide a wide range of advice and support for older
people. Over 300 of these partner organisations operate as an Alternative Office,
taking and verifying Attendance Allowance claims on behalf of the Secretary of State.
And for those unable to access services through other channels, a visiting service
is available to help with information and claims.</p>
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