Universal Credit claimants with debilitating health conditions are being reminded they may be eligible for a £151 boost, as ministers remain in dispute over the future of the £20 a week uplift.
Personal Independence Payments (PIP) are available to vulnerable people with long-term illnesses or a disability.
The extra support was introduced in 2013 and will eventually replace the Disability Living Allowance (DLA).
It means you can get financial support if you struggle with moving around or everyday activities, such as getting dressed.
Applicants can get between £23.60 and £151.40 a week from the day they turn 16 until retirement age.
Unlike Universal Credit, PIP is not means-tested, meaning you qualify regardless of any income or tax contributions.
However, you must have a health condition or disability that affects your day-to-day life and should be expected to continue for at least nine months.
You need to have lived in England, Scotland or Wales for at least two of the previous three years to be eligible.
How much support is available?
Universal Credit was introduced in 2013 to bring several benefits such as unemployment and housing support into one single payment.
The standard Universal Credit allowance starts at £342.72 but you could also be entitled to up to £151 extra through PIP if you have an illness, disability or mental health condition.
PIP is made up of two parts: daily living and mobility.
To begin with, your condition will be assessed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
They will assess how you cope with tasks such as preparing and eating food, getting dressed and making financial decisions.
The weekly rate could be £59.70 or £89.15 depending how much support you need.
Those with a terminal illness will qualify for the higher rate.
The weekly mobility payment is either £23.60 or £62.25, depending on how hard it is for you to get around.
It is based on criteria such as how well you follow directions and if you can stand and walk unaided.
PIP is monthly, with payments assessed once a year.
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How to apply for PIP support
You can apply for PIP through the DWP's PIP claims line between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday.
The number for the DWP PIP claims line is 0800 917 2222 or you can request a postal form by writing to Personal Independence Payment New Claims, Post Handling Site B, Wolverhampton, WV99 1AH.
You can use the Relay UK service if you can't hear or speak on the phone by calling 18001 then 0800 917 2222.
