PIP, DLA and AA — Scope | Disability forum https://forum.scope.org.uk/ Fri, 22 Jan 2021 03:00:16 +0000 en PIP, DLA and AA — Scope | Disability forum MR refusal https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76307/mr-refusal Thu, 21 Jan 2021 11:11:59 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA marj07 76307@/discussions Changed pip review https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76311/changed-pip-review Thu, 21 Jan 2021 11:33:27 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA deb74 76311@/discussions I won £140 on the National Lottery last night, I'm on enhanced PIP do I have to declare the win? https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76321/i-won-140-on-the-national-lottery-last-night-im-on-enhanced-pip-do-i-have-to-declare-the-win Thu, 21 Jan 2021 15:59:24 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA MrAllen1976 76321@/discussions
Helpful responses only please.

]]> Lost PIP Tribunal https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76221/lost-pip-tribunal Tue, 19 Jan 2021 13:41:56 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA JS69 76221@/discussions
I read the descriptors and what i cant understand is, my son doesn't cook for himself, he has a fear of fire, and doesn't understand that things can be hot, so always needs supervision in the kitchen, he's 17 now, an still scored 0 points, yet i think he should have got some for the descriptor of needing supervision?. Anyway that was just one of the points that baffles me.  

So now as i understand it there's nothing else i can do, i have to apply for a statement of reason, do i do that via email/phone or letter?

Thank you]]> Award Review https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/74147/award-review Wed, 30 Sep 2020 23:49:06 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA earthchild23 74147@/discussions can any one tell me how they are processing these and if any one has been lucky with there reviews. I’m anxious as things haven’t really improved and only got more difficult as support for mental health has been cut. I was in crisis team for two years when I first got my PIP and I’m now in core team who see me like once every month to two months. But with COVID it’s all changing again. 
Have I any chance? As Im on enhanced care and don’t want to lose it. 

Thanks 
]]> Has anyone had a successful PIP mandatory reconsideration? https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76107/has-anyone-had-a-successful-pip-mandatory-reconsideration Fri, 15 Jan 2021 20:01:14 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA Jamie_L 76107@/discussions
I had a telephone evaluation several months ago and on the 1st of December I got my decision, I'd been awarded no points and told I showed no signs of stress or anxiety during my interview. I find this unfair because, since my last evaluation I have had my medication increased twice just to keep me stable, due to my health getting worse.

So now I'm in the MR stage and have heard conflicting advice from people who should know.

Citizens advice told me "No-one every gets MR, but you have to do it before I you can appeal, which can take 18 months to process"

Benefits Advice said, "Around 50% of MR are upheld and that appeals are taking 6-8 months"

Now I know that it's right about needing to do a MR before appealing but does nobody ever get their decision overturned by MR?

I am considered an out patent and sent a letter from my doctor with my MR but was told by benefits advice that sometimes letters from doctors don't help and that the letter I sent didn't say how bad my condition was before the decision just how the decision has effected my health, but did state the increase in my medication.

It's taken the best part of the last month and a half to pick myself up after being turned down for PIP and now I'm not sure which advice I've been given is correct. I guess my real question is should I be hopeful that I might get the MR or if I should prepare for an inevitable appeals process?

Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated, thanks in advance. ]]> Won PIP appeal - how far does it backdate? https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76306/won-pip-appeal-how-far-does-it-backdate Thu, 21 Jan 2021 10:53:27 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA eroofd 76306@/discussions
Good news, my mum has just won her PIP appeal and received enhanced mobility. Her payments for low mobility stopped on February 20th 2020, but the claim was put in August 2019.

Will she get backdated for enhanced just from February 2020 from when the payments stopped? Or will the difference from low to enhanced also be paid from august 19, when the claim was put in? Sorry if this doesn’t make sense. 

Thank you 😊 
]]> Higher Payment PIP after sending Renewal Form https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76286/higher-payment-pip-after-sending-renewal-form Wed, 20 Jan 2021 22:30:30 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA miracleboy 76286@/discussions
I had a PIP Renewal Form at about the end of November and it had to be back the 21st December. It got back on time as it was sent Next Day Delivery so they got it on the Saturday. I have checked my bank account tonight and have noticed a change in my PIP I am a bit confused as I have had no letter, and wonder why my PIP has gone to a higher amount. Normally it is £487.80 I get Mobility Lower Rate and High Rate Daily Living. 

But tonight the amount is £744.44 ...It has been a month since they received my form, so I am a but unsure as to what that extra payment is. Also my ESA Support Group is the same amount that I get every fortnight, but I have noticed on the bank instead of ESSA it states JSA. I have not had a renewal form for my ESA yet so am stuck as to why that has changed. I did receive a backdated amount a couple of years ago as I should have been on Income Related ESA, but even then the name of the payment on my bank stayed ESSA. 

I live alone, and so just wondered if anyone can give me some insight to what has happened. Could it be that they have done my renewal of PIP and that is a higher amount, or is there some error somewhere? My form with all my documents was like 4 inches thick with all supporting documentation. I did say that I will get my Sister and friend to do their letters and these will be forwarded on, due to my health I am getting them sent on Monday so am four week behind with getting the Support letters sent to them. Shall I phone them in the morning as I don't want to spend it if it is a mistake.

Any help regarding trying to figure this out would be truly appreciated. I have both physical and mental health problems, and went into detail on how I need support to get through each day.]]> DWP report received notification text https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76232/dwp-report-received-notification-text Tue, 19 Jan 2021 16:23:23 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA BrettW 76232@/discussions
Had the telephone assessment yesterday and just received a text notification to say that they have received the report from the assessor and I just have to wait now for the decision (can be up to 8 weeks according to text)

I'm quite impressed that even with everything going on that the DWP have managed to keep me informed throughout the entire process so far :smile:]]> Hi, I'm looking for some advice. https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76284/hi-im-looking-for-some-advice Wed, 20 Jan 2021 21:27:28 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA Tubz 76284@/discussions With regards to the DWP appeal before the tribunal, they completely missed off my OCD in the list of medical issues at the beginning of their report. Indeed, the only time they ever mentioned it, was as a throwaway remark towards the end saying that I was anxious, but didn't show any signs of OCD??!!
The panel today went on and on on about the fact that I apparently had said that I could travel on my own and that I go out more than a few times a week. I never said anything of the sort! They were trying to twist what I had written on my appeal sheet which was that I can travel to my doctors on my own, by car, (no other way of getting there!) If my mother was at work, which they seem to think implied that go out a lot, despite me writing that I only go out for appointments!!
I was told that they would post the decision out by 1st class post today. 
Apologies for the really long post, but I am so anxious, I am feeling ill... ]]> Decision made https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76222/decision-made Tue, 19 Jan 2021 13:53:21 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA mykiddies3 76222@/discussions
Thankyou 
]]> Hi, im Gobbygirl66 + have a question about my PIP claim. https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76263/hi-im-gobbygirl66-have-a-question-about-my-pip-claim Wed, 20 Jan 2021 13:17:33 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA Gobbygirl66 76263@/discussions PIP Support letter from Friend or Family member https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/75750/pip-support-letter-from-friend-or-family-member Fri, 01 Jan 2021 22:09:27 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA naila_007 75750@/discussions I decided to apply for PIP - the form is so daunting making me anxious. Well I have almost completed it took me 15 days so far.  Is anyone aware of a template for a friend or family member I can look at or use.?  Its the first time I am applying for any benefit so is it a good idea to attach a diary for 3 to 5 days?
Any help much appreciated.
Thanks
Naila]]> PIP Assessment today...so anxious I can’t sleep https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76215/pip-assessment-today-so-anxious-i-can-t-sleep Tue, 19 Jan 2021 02:26:31 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA can84 76215@/discussions
Im new here. Never posted on anything like this before, but I am going out of my mind worrying about the PIP assessment I’m having this afternoon.

I guess I am worried that they won’t understand the struggles I face daily. I cover it all up as much as possible to most people, I struggle to talk about or express my feelings and emotions to those closest to me how the hell am I going to be able to talk to a stranger and make them understand? ]]> Paying back overpayment if PIP is extended? https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76233/paying-back-overpayment-if-pip-is-extended Tue, 19 Jan 2021 16:23:56 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA System 76233@/discussions PIP extended.]]> PIP extended https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76193/pip-extended Mon, 18 Jan 2021 15:43:53 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA 66Mustang 76193@/discussions
I just got a letter stating that my award has been extended to May 2023. Does this mean I should now expect a review in November 2022, 6 months before it is due to end, or will my review date stay the same i.e. February?

Thanks.]]> Pip, review and mobility car https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76249/pip-review-and-mobility-car Tue, 19 Jan 2021 21:20:36 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA Rocky1965 76249@/discussions Pension Age https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76189/pension-age Mon, 18 Jan 2021 14:26:05 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA KAKADU 76189@/discussions
I'm a little bit confused with the info about pip assessments is regua4d to the Governments decion to stop reassessments for some clients.

My current award was due to end August 2021 so I had expected review probably August this year.

However, I'll reach pension age of 66 early July of this year before my current award runs out.

Due to Corona virus I have received a letter from DWP to say that my current award has been extended to May 2023.

Will I still be reassessed after I reach my Pension age under new Government guidelines as there seems to be conflicting information in the WEB

Regards

John
]]> I have my upper tribunal on 28th January, I NEED HELP https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76174/i-have-my-upper-tribunal-on-28th-january-i-need-help Mon, 18 Jan 2021 09:15:38 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA dianejane 76174@/discussions Pip telephone assessment https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76181/pip-telephone-assessment Mon, 18 Jan 2021 11:03:05 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA afells 76181@/discussions Carers allowance https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76214/carers-allowance Tue, 19 Jan 2021 02:17:45 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA berry123 76214@/discussions
I am claiming pip waiting assessment. I get carers for looking after my dad I dont do anything physical. Will it affect my pip claim. 
]]> Change of Circumstances https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76175/change-of-circumstances Mon, 18 Jan 2021 09:16:39 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA DuffersMum 76175@/discussions

I received a letter last week advising that they are extending my award until November 2022 but I’m thinking if the X-rays show OA I should possibly do a change of circumstances?

I’m not sure how PIP assessments are being carried out at the moment or how far behind they are in dealing with claims/changes.

Any advice will be greatly appreciated..
]]> Telephone pip tribunal https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76151/telephone-pip-tribunal Sun, 17 Jan 2021 16:19:11 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA charlottexo95 76151@/discussions PIP HELP NEEDED ASAP PLEASE https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76122/pip-help-needed-asap-please Sat, 16 Jan 2021 13:57:23 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA samfits99 76122@/discussions
Should i treat it like a new claim guys?
it says i need to get it back by the 6th Feb would you guys send it off asap or delay it towards the end?
i no it comes with the envelope but is it worth paying to get it Special ND Delivery or not ? would i be wasting my money.
Has anyone sent the award review off and got a reply? if so let me no thanks everyone :P]]> PIP https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76145/pip Sun, 17 Jan 2021 11:10:34 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA kes2611 76145@/discussions Private health care https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76176/private-health-care Mon, 18 Jan 2021 09:48:16 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA lisathomas50 76176@/discussions Just had my phone assessment https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76177/just-had-my-phone-assessment Mon, 18 Jan 2021 10:03:44 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA BrettW 76177@/discussions
I did get the impression that she knew more about my condition than I did because she asked me if the hospital had mentioned anything about an eruption (cant remember the full medical term she used) in relation to my heart. Obviously the NHS tell the DWP more than they tell you lol. I had presumed they had probably requested my medical notes though :)

She told me at the end that its just a case of waiting now and to contact the DWP in 8 weeks time if I haven't heard anything by then.

Overall it was a fairly painless process regardless of the outcome.]]> I have my telephone assessment tomorrow (Epilepsy and Depression) https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76178/i-have-my-telephone-assessment-tomorrow-epilepsy-and-depression Mon, 18 Jan 2021 10:05:13 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA BrokenBrain 76178@/discussions I'm wondering if anyone can give me any insight to help me with this or prepare for the call? 

I have different seizures that alter awareness, tonic clonic, absence seizures with no warning. My postictal state is somewhat erratic too and I am not able to cook for myself. Only because I've nearly smoked the house out with a microwave (genuine smoke damage) and last week I was inches away from planting into boiling water.. so we've stopped with the prep too for now. 

Can anyone help with what might be good to have prepared for the call? I've sent some evidence in from Neurology, Neuropsychiatry.. 
I am also concerned about how little they might take into consideration the recovery as I can barely walk after a tonic clonic seizure. 

All advice is greatly appreciated. 
Broken Brain :smile:]]> PIP, official petition to GOV for a fairer PIP system! https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/76163/pip-official-petition-to-gov-for-a-fairer-pip-system Sun, 17 Jan 2021 20:55:14 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA Jules9 76163@/discussions Hi,

I'm new here, please be kind :)

Some of you might like to know about an official Petition calling for fairer PIP Assessments and a fairer PIP Claims System, which is on the Official Gov petitions site.

Petition closes April 2021.

Here is the link:


PIP claimants might be very interested in signing this petition, and then sharing with friends, family, and other Disability groups and organisations. 

Btw, I didn't start this petition, I just saw it on another Disability website forum, and am trying to spread the word.

Thanks!🙂
]]> Is the PIP review 6 months early? If I didn't pass the PIP review, would my CB ESA be effected? https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/75859/is-the-pip-review-6-months-early-if-i-didnt-pass-the-pip-review-would-my-cb-esa-be-effected Thu, 07 Jan 2021 11:01:21 +0000 PIP, DLA and AA DEE9999 75859@/discussions However, whilst I know the DWP can review you at any time, I'm hearing from people that the PIP review is no longer 12 months early but 6 months and I'm very overwhelmed - who is right?

Also, i am on long term support group esa contribution-based, have been for years, and wondered if, for some reason I don't pass the PIP review (i should as I'm very unwell), will this effect my esa contribution-based benefit with them too?

Thank you all ]]>