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DLA Information for Parents and Carers
This information only applies to England and Wales. Disability Living Allowance (DLA) helps with the extra costs of raising a disabled child. You can claim DLA for each disabled child under 16 who.. • has difficulty with mobility • needs more care than a non-disabled child of the same age Your child does not need a formal…
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Read me: How do I claim PIP and where can I get help filling the form in?
How do
I claim PIP? The initial claim is made by calling 0800 917
2222. You need your National Insurance Number, your bank details, and your GP
and other medical professionals’ contact details to hand. Someone can call on
your behalf, but you need to be with them when they call. A claim form is then sent out to you, and…
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Read me: What is Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and who is eligible?
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit
designed to help with the extra costs resulting from disability or long-term
ill health. PIP rates range from £21.80 to £139.75 per week, depending on how
your condition affects you. To quote from the official government website, “you
must have a long-term condition or…
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Pip
I've started my new job and I get pip and understand I can still claim this and don't have to report any changes,my next assessment is not till October 2027,do I have to notify or just continue receiving my payment Thank you
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😩😩 telephone assessment help…
can I request a paper based assessment for my pip claim it’s first time claimed but I struggle on phone , have alcohol problems and scared il be incoherent and to utterly past myself and il freak out and hang up . I don’t want to ring and request this is they another I can do it before the 16th or do I just try and do it…
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Hi, my name is hobbit7016! Any advice on applying for attendance allowance?
Age 70 and profoundly deaf since my forties, did get DLA but failed to get PIP. I have since been advised that I qualify for Attendance Allowance but I know from past experience that it is how the form is completed not how disabled you are. Would appreciate any advice on completing the form. I have been advised to keep a…
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Pip
I reported a new condition to pip because that is what they tell you to do , I have hydrocephalus, chiari malformation type2 and was diagnosed with spondylosis in my lower lumber spine last October ive had numerous operations over the years because of my vp shunt my recent shunt surgery was on the 2nd of September this…
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Review
I have just received a text from dwp(maximus) for a phone assessment 24 oct I have posted before along with others on timescales I sent back my forms in March, in September it was renewed for a year, roughly about 7 months for assessment My first award 2019 was for standard on both 2022 was standard daily(10pts!) enhanced…
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Pip video tribunal
well my tribunal is now less than a week away, Monday 13th to be exact. My tribunal is by video link and I think I have done my best to prepare and good evidence has been submitted etc does anyone have any solid advice for me to make sure that I present myself in the best possible position for a successful outcome?
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Pip reassessments
Hi been on pip Indefinite award for 9 years or maybe 10 should I hear something soon about reassessment or have they been delayed for a while same with ESA I'm in the support group and heard nothing for ages can anyone advise
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PIP2 -change of circumstances. How long before I hear back from the DWP?
hello all. I am new to scope and hope to lean on the group knowledge of you fine people. I submitted a change of circumstances PIP2 last week ahead of my 10 yesterday renewal date of March next year. I am so much more poorly nowadays and have developed a few more not so fun chronic illnesses. How long might one expect hear…
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Pip
if you have a pip assessment and they decode that you no longer should get pip and you do a mandatory reconsideration, do you carry on getting paid ?
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PIP review backlog Northern Ireland?
Hi, I submitted my PIP review form almost 6 months ago and still haven't heard back from them apart from they have received my form confirmation and then a text 3 months later saying they still have my form and nothing since. Is there a known current backlog as my current PIP claim expires in early February? Thanks
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Hi, my name is Northernman! Can my wife ask for a 12 month PIP extension?
Quick question folks please. My wife is on PIP, the review date is past and she has not received any update (or request to submit a review application). She is still receiving payments though. I understand there is a backlog, but she was considering getting a Motobility car, but cannot because PIP has technically expired.…
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Son due to move to PIP soon. What are the new rules?
This discussion was created from comments split from: DWP confirms PIP changes including 10-year ‘light-touch’ reviews.
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Empty brown envelope I’m confused plz help
Hi I applied for pip 22nd August only had a text that’s it . But today a brown envelope has came though my door but nothing inside it was as if hadn’t been sealed properly. The return address is PO BOX 585Belfast . Could it have anything to do with my claim would they just turn up at my door or something I’m freaking out .…
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Re-awarded PIP after my review
Hey everyone, Just wanted to share some good news! I was awarded the same rate of pip for another 3-years after my review! For context, I was first awarded high rate daily living and standard mobility for Fibromyalgia, hypermobility, dyslexia and hearing loss. I also have an anxiety disorder and ASD but don't score points…
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Confused about my award results
hi everyone, I’m hoping someone will be able to shed some light on my pip award that’s given to me and if this is the norm for DWP, I had my review recently I’m glad it was only a paper based review and not a horrid telephone assessment, I recieved my award letter last week and it states the following dates I’m awarded…
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Reviews
hi guys hope you are all well ☺️ just looking for timescales - I sent my review forms off in May they were received, had a text 28 August saying still looking at my claim etc!! I know people are waiting upto a year but I wondered if anyone could give me an idea of times? My is due to run out November I know we still get…
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DLA to PIP payments
Hi, newbie here and looking for some advice! My son has been awarded enhanced PIP at our transfer from DLA. I’ve had the award letter but it’s confused me and I’m convinced me there will be a week with no money. I’ll try and explain my thinking….. DLA payment due 7th October PIP entitlement starts 15th October. First…
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DLA to PIP transfer
Hi all. After calling for an update on my sons PIP claim today I was told he has been awarded PIP, however I am confused about the dates that were given to me. The decision was made today, but has been awarded from 26th Feb. However his last dla payment will be the 11th of Feb and 1st PIP payment is 21st Mar and slightly…
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how do you cancel pip appeal
hello i am trying to find out how to cancel a pip appeal pip was turned down ,mandatory reconsideration failed so an appeal to tribunal was requested but now the lady would like to cancel it the lady is autistic and has now come into a large inheritance so will no longer need any help ,she struggles with numbers et so can…
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Pip review
Hi, does anyone know(not guessing please) why Maximus would Ask DWP if a Paper Based Review is possible I was under the impression once Assessment Providers have the Review it was Their decision? It probably has to do with the Claimant themselves Requesting the PB Review and not AP or DWP themselves. I understand Obviously…
