Hi everyone, I am Trevor_PIP

Trevor_PIP

I joined to help members within the PIP forum. I have been through the PIP process more than once, probably like most... I am not a human encyclopaedia on PIP but help when I can. Thank you.

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Trevor_PIP

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1029336#Comment_1029336

You look at all descriptors and write against which ones pertain to you. You write about your disability and how it affects you. The form can take a couple of hours from memory. You use the form first, but if you need to continue and add further information you use separate sheets of paper. Add you National Insurance number to any additional sheets of paper too!

Mary_Scope

Hi @Trevor_PIP and a warm welcome to the community from me😃

OverlyAnxious

You can type the answers and print them off if you prefer. Make sure to clearly state which question you're answering each time and remember to add your name & NI number as Trevor says.

Personally I put 'Not Applicable' by the questions that weren't relevant to me, as I didn't want to leave anything blank.

luvpink

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1029341#Comment_1029341

That's what I did when I recently filled out my form.

My award expires in September 2026 and they sent me the reassessment form this April.

I wasn't expecting it so soon but I have done it and sent it off.

They sent me the usual text confirming they received it.

I have asked for paper based or telephone assessment and an ongoing award as I will be 62 when my current award expires and my disabilities are affecting me worse than ever.

Trevor_PIP

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1029359#Comment_1029359

Thank you Mary and it's appreciated!

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OverlyAnxious

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1029685#Comment_1029685

GP's are rarely contacted for PIP. She might be getting confused with the work capability assessment for ESA and UC where they are often contacted. If you've already got supporting evidence, I would recommend sending it with the form personally.

The timescales vary so much that it's almost impossible to advise on them. As a new claim, rather than a review, I would expect it to be completed in less than a year. But it will depend on the case load in your area.

Holly_Alumni

Welcome @Trevor_PIP, that's fab - very fitting username as well 😄

Trevor_PIP

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1029827#Comment_1029827

Thank you Holly and it is appreciated. Point on the username, I just added PIP because it is the PIP forum I usually read. It is worth having though because it is only PIP I can talk about! Thanks again.

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