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Had assessment.
Had my pip assessment on Monday. Either my assessor was lovely or has got a bafta in acting .I've read so many negative things about these people that I'm dreading the Brown envelope . At the end while I waited for my daughter he bent down took my hand and told me to be positive. Oh well . I can't change what has happened .
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Your DLA continues until your PIP begins. Nothing will change until after you have received your decision letter from DWP. The last DLA payment should be four weeks after the decision date which will be a few days before you receive the decision letter itself. And the first PIP payment should be four weeks after the last DLA payment. Have you asked DWP for a copy of the assessor's report? This will give you a good indication of what your award is likely to be.
So pleased to hear that your assessment was not a horrible experience. Lets hope that this results in a positive decision.
Please keep us posted.
Maria
If your daily living component award for PIP is paid at the same rate as your DLA care component award was then there isn't likely to be any further benefits or premiums available that you aren't already receiving, but to be sure if you put your details into a benefits calculator online you'll be able to find out what you should be entitled to.
Lee