can get pip for autism?

cazpatcha

Does anyone else know if I can get pip for autism? I also have personallty disorder and osteo  arthritis.

thespiceman

Hello @cazpatcha   Pleased to meet you welcome.

Thank you for joining. Thank you for your question.

I am unsure of an answer. Have you contacted PIP website for qualifying criteria..

Some one from our community or team will advise.

Benefits are complex and confusing. Have a look at our benefit information, advice for answers.

Consider also speaking to CAB .  Can help with forms, plus have a lot of knowledge and expertise.

We are a supportive community. Friendly .

Please ask if we can help with anything. Some one will know.

Take care

@thespiceman

Ami2301

Hi @cazpatcha
Welcome to the community! If these are having an impact on your daily activities then you should be eligible

cazpatcha

It's for my appeal. The DWP failed me on their assessment.

poppy123456

PIP isn't awarded based on a diagnosis, it totally depends how those conditions affect you daily. Good luck.

Sam_Alumni

Hi @cazpatcha
Have you tried the PIP self test to see how you could possibly score? As @poppy123456 says, it;s not about the diagnosis but how it affects you in day to day life.

cazpatcha

Thanks. I WILL TRY IT.

trev2819

@cazpatcha You may also find this page useful: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/pip/appeals/how-decisions-are-made/

the page also contains a link to the descriptors used to describe the help you need and how many points each one is worth.

clarabelle

Id suggest you make an appointment with your local disability advice team and they will help you complete the mandatory consideration process. If you have a support worker ask them to write a letter, and also your Gp - you can submit these as supporting evidence.