pension credit and separation

spinner1234

on behalf of mum and dad; mum is already retired, getting basic state pension. Dad is nearing retirement age, but will not have enough contributions for full state pension and will have to claim
pension credit. They no longer want to live together and wish to separate, though not divorce.
Will dad's claim for pension credit be affected by , or affect, mum's income? How long must they have lived apart so his application will be assessed entirely on his own circumstances? If mum has savings could these be taken into account when he applies for P Credit?

xylophone

It would be better to put your question on the benefits board.

lisyloo

Can’t say for definite but my MIL went into a nursing home in August and although still married they are considered separately for pension credit.

Their savings are separate I.e. 50/50 even though in a joint account,
The home in joint names would also be considered 50/50.