Unexpected call from assessor clarifying details... but left confused/worried

bluefox
bluefox Community member Posts: 647 Empowering
in PIP, DLA, and AA

I had a phone call with a professional from PIP assessor, who mentioned that I had a lot going on and wouldn't be sent for an assessment; they wanted to clarify a few things and then said they had done a report. While I am still worried, they have been in contact with neurology, neuropsychology, my mental health team, and my GP. I thought they weren't allowed to have ongoing conversations with different professionals and could only contact those listed on the form.

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  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Community member Posts: 59,054 Championing

    There's no rules against them contacting anyone. As the report has been done then you would have had a paper based assessment and that's a good thing.

  • Nikkita
    Nikkita Community member Posts: 37 Connected

    bluefox, whoever they contact can't tell them how your disability affects you on a daily basis. Only you know that. I'd love to tell you not to worry. The thing is, I would worry too. Being anxious is part of my disability. No one can tell how anxious I can be. I think, after reading all the people who are involved in your case. You have much need of PIP. I'm learning to live in hope whilst I wait for my decision. If I think they have got it all wrong I will find the strength to dispute their decision.

    bluefox, living in hope is sometimes all we have. I hope you get a successful outcome.

    {{gentle hug }} Nikkita.

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