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Dreading reapplying for PIP

I have had renal cancer the cancer had spread into fat, I went on a drug trial as chemo and radio does not work on renal cancer, since I took the drug I have excelerated joint pain arthritis in my knees.back.hips.fingers.wrists etc pip was gave to me then taken away I appealed and lost the cab helped me win it back by going to court ..it is up for renewal in January I am dreading reaplying, I am on severe disability ESA and don't understand the struggle to get pip the system is very unfair
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good luck
I sympathise as I find PIP is scary
Good luck
Lucas
(the equality act says other wise but who ever listens to that)
I just wanted to clear up the issue with guide dogs and hope you find the following helpful.
The PIP handbook (page 11) states
Assistance dogs
We recognise that guide, hearing and dual sensory dogs are not ‘aids’ but have attempted to ensure that the descriptors capture the additional barriers and costs of needing such a dog where they are required to enable claimants to follow a route safely. Activity 11 therefore explicitly refers to the use of an ‘assistance dog’. Assistance dogs are defined as dogs trained to help people with sensory impairments.
You can also see the Mobility Activity descriptors 11d and 11f include the use of an assistance dog.
11 b. Needs prompting to be able to undertake any journey to avoid overwhelming psychological distress to the claimant. 4 points
11 c. Cannot plan the route of a journey. 8 points
11 d. Cannot follow the route of an unfamiliar journey without another person, assistance dog or orientation aid. 10 points
11 e. Cannot undertake any journey because it would cause overwhelming psychological distress to the claimant. 10 points
11 f. Cannot follow the route of a familiar journey without another person, an assistance dog or an orientation aid. 12 point
So although guide dogs aren't considered 'aids' , if you have one it's likely that you will score either 10 or 12 points.
I hope this has helped provide some clarity.
Best wishes
Debbie
When is the appointment scheduled for?
Contact the health care provider and inform them that you cannot travel to the appointment. You can request a home assessment but you will need evidence to support your request. This can be from your GP, Social Worker, or another health care professional involved in your care.
If you have difficulties getting a home visit, let me know.
Debbie
When you had your first PIP assessment was this carried out at home or did you attend an assessment centre?
I hope you're able to sort things out with the assessment, let me know if you have any difficulties with it.
Have a good day
I'm really pleased to hear this. What a helpful benefits adviser you have.
OK so a home visit wasn't achieved but being able to be seen at a more local centre is helpful and now you have added support on the day.
I hope it all goes well.
Best wishes