Appointee for PIP, transferring from DLA

kristin_J
kristin_J Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited 10:48 in PIP, DLA, and AA

We have recieved the letter from DLA about whether to have an appointee for our son when he transfers to PIP when he turns 16 in a few months time. He has ASC, ADHD,dyspraxia, developmental co-ordiantion disorder. He is highly functioning and will often mask at school by displaying challenging behaviours as to not be seen as having a need and the fear of being bullied again. However he requires alot of support to organise himself, tasks need to be broken down (he struggles with auditory processing), getting ready for school on time, leaving on time etc. We have been trying to support him with budgeting however he will spend his money at one time despit3 reminders, his executive functioning is impaired and has sensory differences. He is on melatonin for sleep, yetwill not take this medication unless prompted to do so. However what we are finding challenging is how to navigate PIP as he is not accepting towards his needs, he refuses to ask for/accept help when needed, and he is not flexible towards someone's else's perspective. He often acts on impulse without being aware of consequences and struggles with unfamiliar social interactions. We have had some difficult discussions about his needs with him in and with this in mind, we are concerned how he will be present on his assessment and his comprehension and whether he requires an appointee. Any advice would be greatly appreciated, Thanks in advance.

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  • durhamjaide2001
    durhamjaide2001 Scope Member Posts: 12,438 Championing

    Welcome to the forum @kristin_J I would recommend that you visit the coffee lounge for a general chat and the games room for some fun.

    With regards to education does your child have an ECHIP in place because if not I would recommend speaking to the SENCO to get one in place.

  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 62,407 Championing

    I think those are very good reasons to become his appointee but ultimately that decision is yours and your son's. Usually a representative from DWP will visit your home to fill out the form. They will ask your son if he agrees to this and then you will need to sign the form.

    You will then be responsible for his claim and if awarded PIP you will receive his money into your bank and will need to use it in his best interests, fill out any forms, report any changes and will also be able to answer any questions on his behalf during any potential assessment.

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