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Just starting the process of claiming p.i.p.

Just starting the process of claiming p.i.p. for my Son and carers allowance also. Didn't realise it would take so long. Would have started months ago if I had known. Any advice?
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If you need advice on filling in the form - there's an excellent guide to each question on the CAB website.
You can ask DWP for an extension of time for submission of PIP claim. Don't let them fob you off. I told DWP I needed to seek help completing form and they gave me two extra weeks.
Disability Rights website also has a good guide to claiming PIP including a draft diary. Good idea to submit a 7-day diary with PIP claim.
Claim by telephone or textphone
Before you call, you’ll need:
You can then call the PIP claims line.
DWP - PIP claimsTelephone: 0800 917 2222
Otherwise you need to request a PIP 1 which is the info they go through on the phone but I have heard of great difficulties whith this route