Pension Credit is an income-related benefit made up of 2 parts:

• Guarantee Credit 
• Savings Credit

View the Government website for further information on Pension Credit. 

For information about Housing Benefit or Council Tax Support, visit our benefits advice page.

If you are claiming benefits, you need to report your change in circumstances to us as soon as possible.

If you are of pensionable age, visit the Somerset County Council website to apply for a buss pass. 

Visit the Somerset County Council website to apply for or renew a blue badge. 

Careline South Somerset is an emergency response system for people who need reassurance that help is at hand at the push of a button 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.

You can find more information at Careline South Somerset.

Visit Somerset County Council's website for information on care or home help. 

You can also contact Somerset Choices.

If you have an emergency that means you have no way of getting basic essentials, you may be able to get help from the Local Assistance Scheme.

Visit the Government website to claim your winter fuel payment. 

To find out what opportunities are available at the Council, visit our volunteering page. 

Visit our healthy living page to find activities taking place nearby.