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flag Elderly and disabled people living alone in Ireland may get €22 more weekly in support.

flag Thousands in Ireland may qualify for an extra €22 weekly through the Living Alone Increase, available to those aged 66 or over on certain pensions, or under 66 receiving benefits like Disability Allowance or Blind Pension, provided they live alone. flag Exceptions include those in granny flats with private facilities, sheltered housing with independent living, or those hosting temporary guests, including those under the Temporary Protection Directive. flag Those receiving both the Living Alone Increase and Fuel Allowance get an additional €2.50 weekly via the Telephone Support Allowance. flag Applications are submitted via form to the Department of Social Protection, with support available at Intreo Centres, Social Welfare Offices, or Citizens Information Centres.

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