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Rose,
Firstly, their healthcare. As they are both of pensionable age, they should both receive cover via an E121. This will cover 70%, and they would also be advised to have a top-up to cover the 30%. (Although, it is possible that your FIL may get 100% cover for his arthritis, if it falls into one of the ALD conditions as listed 'here' - no. 22 possibly?)
'Attendance Allowance' is a non-means tested benefit, awarded to people over the age of 65 who are considered resident in the UK, and who have special needs. This benefit takes over from Disability Living Allowance (DLA), which is available up to 65 years of age.
This is one of the benefits that has been subject to a case in the EU courts. It 'was' only available to people resident in their own country, ie not exportable.
But following the recent ruling of this case, it was announced (3rd April) that this benefit should, along with the others, now be exported should the claimant move within the EU. People who moved prior to this ruling lost their benefit, but can now appeal this decision.
There is another thread that has been covering these developments 'here', and this also has contact details for further help and advice. However, you will notice from this thread that the complexities are still being decided upon. ![Angry [:@]](/cs/images/emotions/angry.gif)
There is a brief description of these benefits, and what to do next, on the FHI site 'here'.
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