OLDER people in Lancashire are being to make sure they are claiming the correct pension.

Age UK Lancashire is offering special help and advice with benefits for pensioners in the area.

The organisation believes many elderly people in the area may not be aware of extra benefits that may be available to them.

As a result some senior citizens are needlessly struggling, when money is available to help. For help contact your local Age UK Lancashire office, call 0300 303 1234 or visit ageuk.org.uk/lancashire