DWP could give you £737 a month if you have common condition that appears at night

If you suffer from a particular health condition that appears at night, you could be entitled to £737 a month from the Department of Work and Pensions.

Snoring is often dismissed as a minor annoyance but it can sometimes escalate into a more serious condition known as sleep apnoea, which can significantly affect your quality of life. People diagnosed with this condition could qualify for Personal Independence Payments (PIP) from the DWP.

Sleep apnoea, linked to severe snoring, is recognised as a disability due to its detrimental effect on daily life. In addition to having extreme fatigue due to poor sleep quality, the condition can lead to a range of other health issues, reports the Liverpool Echo.

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If you believe your snoring is negatively affecting your quality of life, it's important to seek a medical diagnosis. With a confirmed diagnosis, you may be able to claim PIP. More details have been outlined below.

What is sleep apnoea?

The NHS defines sleep apnoea as a condition characterised by interrupted breathing during sleep. The most prevalent type is known as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA).

Symptoms of sleep apnoea, primarily occurring during sleep, include intermittent breathing, gasping, snorting or choking noises, frequent awakenings, and loud snoring. Daytime symptoms may include excessive tiredness, difficulty concentrating, mood swings, or morning headaches. The NHS emphasises the importance of treating sleep apnoea due to its potential to cause more severe health complications. More information about sleep apnoea is available on the NHS website here.

What benefits you might be entitled to

If you're struggling with sleep apnoea, you might be entitled to claim Personal Independence Payments (PIP). This benefit can assist with additional living costs if you have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability and find certain daily tasks or mobility challenging due to your condition.

PIP is available even if you're employed, have savings, or are receiving most other benefits. It is tax-free and the amount you receive isn't influenced by your income or savings.

Eligibility and how to claim

PIP payment consists of two parts - the first part is for those who need assistance with daily tasks, while the second part is for those who need help with mobility. Whether you qualify for one or both parts and the amount you receive depends on how challenging you find daily tasks and mobility.

For those eligible for the higher weekly rate, the combined total weekly payment amounts to £184.30. This equates to approximately £737 per month.

It's worth noting that PIP doesn't specify which conditions qualify individuals to claim the benefit. Instead, it depends on how your day-to-day quality of life is affected, as outlined by the DWP.

You can claim PIP if all of the following apply:

• you're 16 or over

• you have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability

• you struggle with certain daily tasks or mobility

• you expect these difficulties to persist for at least 12 months from when they began

You must also be under State Pension age if you've not received PIP before. You can check your eligibility and claim here.