oap state pension benefit entitlement

Two questions. At present I share a house (but not as a couple). If we become a couple would she lose her pension entitlement until I reach pension age. We share all living expenses 50/50 and therefore are not entitled to any benefit based on private pensions, ie rent, council tax are paid in full.
Recently I have been placed in the support group and although she is my carer she does not get the allowance because of overlapping benefit. I will be 60 in one months time and if I am correct would I be able to claim any enhanced premiums before this date.

Regards Gav

Unfortunately, we don't advise on pensions here, but it may be that someone here knows the answer to this and could point you in the right direction.

I would strongly urge you to get a face-to-face appointment with a welfare rights adviser who can do a better-off calculation for you because there may be more than one financial option here.

hi just to thank you for the advice given i am still trying to get to grips with the benefits system but it is proving to be a minefield. regards gav