Appealing PIP

Rachel1970

Hi everyone. I'm really new to this I've never written anything before. But basically I suffer with Agoraphobic OCD panic attacks depression and anxiety. I currently get universal credits and I applied for PIP which was not given. I done a mandatory recon and they said they couldn't change it and I have to appeal it if I still believe it to be wrong. TBH ive got worse since November last year when this whole drama started. It makes me feel so down. Sorry to b a downer. Thank you 

Lasian_Alumni

Hi @Rachel1970, welcome to the community

You're not being a downer at all! It's great to have you join, and we're happy to give you any support and advice that we can.

We have a lot of useful information about appealing a DWP benefits decision on our website. You may find the following videos of interest:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67tDSlsityY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIHjSpNNbQo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WEvbFVlQOc

I hope this helps - please do get in touch if you have any questions!

Richard_Scope

Hi @Rachel1970
Welcome to the Community, great to meet you.

JennysDad

Hello Rachel @Rachel1970 and a warm welcome to you. Glad you've joined us.
Here and listening,
Warmest best wishes to you
Richard
@JennysDad

debbiedo49

We are in the same boat.

Toffee

Hi appeal don't give up that's what they want it's so unfair it is stressful but don't let them win there great help on this site if you get stuck they helped me loads 

Rachel1970

Aww thank u so much guys. It's so anxiety provoking ! But I'm going to continue with the appeal. Hopefully I won't have to wait too long. Everyone I've spoken to say it varies ? Any ideas on timings once the appeal Is sent in ? 
Thanks again for a lovely welcome. And @debbiedo49 do u suffer from Agoraphobia ? 
Xx

markyboy

My first appeal took 36 weeks this was set aside on appeal now been waiting 28 weeks for a new hearing date

Rachel1970

Ok so is that from the beginning of the claim or date u appeal to the courts ? 
Wow can I just say another thank u to u all for making rhis easier to do. I literally feel like YES I can fight this. I just felt like giving up untill yesterday. U guys r great !! Xx

Rachel1970

Thank you @markyboy

markyboy

That was the timescale from the day i appealed , my message to you is never give up as the DWP will hold proceedings up at every opportunity.
They have had directions from the court to explain their decision but failed to reply
I have just today had my hearing date which is end of this month and if it goes against me and i have grounds for appeal i will carry on .

Rachel1970

Yh I think it's  the best thing to do. So I'm going to try to get help doing the SSCS1 form. 
Good luck @markyboy for the end of the month x