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lmxo

Hey guys so I missed my pip video call as I’m bad with appointments with other things and I got a call and they said they would just do a phone call assessment.

The guy was nice and was very supportive and telling the stuff I could get it awarded pip and just gave me lots confidence that I was getting it and I am very worried that I got my hopes up and now everywhere is saying 9-12 weeks waiting 

i done scoring a few times and been trying work it out and keep getting higher rate.

Just a little blah right now 

poppy123456

I'm glad to hear the assessor was nice and supportive. Though he shouldn't have said anything to you about any award because it's not their place to do that.

Now the assessment is complete, a report will be written and returned to DWP. Then a decision can take up to 12 weeks.

Rosie_Scope

Hi @lmxo, well done for getting through your phone assessment, glad to hear that they were supportive. 

It's really hard not to worry about it and the not knowing is so horrible, but just try to take care of yourself and keep distracted. There's not much more you can do until you hear back. Do you have any friends or family that you can chat it through with?

Hope it's a positive result for you

lmxo

Not really and I’m just struggling with it all and cried on the phone, it’s not nice having to admit everything that is wrong with yourself  

but thank you Rosie 

Rosie_Scope said:

Hi @lmxo, well done for getting through your phone assessment, glad to hear that they were supportive. 

It's really hard not to worry about it and the not knowing is so horrible, but just try to take care of yourself and keep distracted. There's not much more you can do until you hear back. Do you have any friends or family that you can chat it through with?

Hope it's a positive result for you

Rosie_Scope

Sorry to hear that, @lmxo. It's not a nice experience and can make you feel so rubbish afterwards.

We are always here if you need any support or distractions. Lots of us have been through it too and understand completely where you're coming from

Welcome to the community, by the way! Coffee Lounge is a fun place to get involved if you're looking for some casual chat and games to take your mind off things. I hope you'll find us a useful and friendly bunch!

lmxo

Hey just to update I got a text this morning saying I’ve been awarded pip. Thank you all 

Leigh14

Well done @lmxo. Great that you got awarded. 

Hannah_Alumni

That's great news @lmxo!