A to Z
This A to Z list will point you in the right direction to finding more information about the entitlements or services you might receive once you are a pensioner. You can also look up pension options open to you if you are planning or reviewing your retirement income. Click on the relevant letter below.
For more options visit the A to Z of the Department for Work and Pensions website
Deafness caused by work: see Injuries at work
Death: What happens if you lose a loved one?
Find out more about bereavement
Deferring State Pension: Go to State Pension deferral
Dental care: If you are receiving Pension
Credit, you can receive free NHS dental treatment.
Find out more about dental care on the NHS website
Department for Work and Pensions: The Department for
Work and Pensions is responsible for a range of benefits and services
for pensioners, people of working age and families.
Find out what benefits it is responsible for
Department for Social Development Northern Ireland: If you live in Northern Ireland visit the Department for Social Development website
Direct payment: State Pensions and benefits are paid straight into the account you choose. For more information about direct payment, call The Pension Service on 0845 6060265. If your circumstances change, for instance if you change your address, contact the office that pays your pension or benefits.
Disability Living Allowance: If you
are under the age of 65 with a disability and you need help looking after
yourself, you may claim for this allowance. If you are 65 or over, you
need to claim for Attendance Allowance instead.
Find out more about Disability Living Allowance on the Directgov website
Disability rights and services: The Government has
produced 'A Practical Guide for Disabled People or Carers'. This could
be useful for anyone who has a disability or anyone who looks after a
disabled relative or friend. For your free copy of the guide, you can
phone the Health Literature Line on 0800 555 777.
Find out more about disability rights and services in England or Wales
Find out more about disability
rights and services in Scotland
Disabled at work: Go to Injuries at work
Disabled people: The government is making it easier
to access information and services through the
Directgov website. It provides information for disabled people of
all ages in areas like employment, independent living, money, learning
and rights.
Find
information for disabled people on the Directgov website
Find information for carers on the Directgov website
Disease caused by work: see Injuries at work
Diversity Equality scheme: Find out more about The Pension Service Diversity Equality Scheme
Driving licences: If you're aged 70 or over, you can
now apply to the Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency to renew your licence
free of change.
Find out more about driving
licences