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Reapplying for ESA age 65? Can I get help with council tax and mortgage payment on pension credit?

Hello I have just turned 65 and I Have received 2 letters
from pension credit service asking to apply
and from Esa to confirm that it will end
the question is
can I re apply for ESA at aged 65
if I apply for pension credit
will i still get help with council tax and help with mortgage interest payments
thanks
mr best
from pension credit service asking to apply
and from Esa to confirm that it will end
the question is
can I re apply for ESA at aged 65
if I apply for pension credit
will i still get help with council tax and help with mortgage interest payments
thanks
mr best
Replies
https://www.turn2us.org.uk/Benefit-guides/Pension-Credit/How-much-Pension-Credit-will-I-get
because I live alone and am unwell
I am surprised Pension Credit have been in touch if you have only just turned 65. You cannot receive Pension credit until you reach pension age and would not be able to apply sooner than four months before that date.