Struggling to work with autoimmune illness

Barry35
Barry35 Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited September 2018 in Work
Hi, I have a chronic auto immune Illness. I have been ill for 17 years, Most of that time I've worked, But it has become garderto hold down a job as I'm always tired an have serious dizzy spells which often make me fall over or bump into things, Causing injury. I'm due a visit to my specialist in December. Could I claim pip.

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  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Online Community Member Posts: 7,877 Championing
    Hi @Barry35
    Welcome to the community! Sorry to hear what has been happening. I don't want to give you the wrong answer so I can't advise you, sorry. However another member of the community may know and will be in contact with you soon :)
  • Pippa_Alumni
    Pippa_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 5,761 Championing
    edited September 2018
    Hi @Barry35, and a warm welcome to the community! 

    Sorry to hear this- if you're in employment it may be worth considering whether there are any reasonable adjustments that could be made to make things safer for you. Otherwise, do check out the online benefits calculator- this will show you what you may be able to claim. You can also find a PIP self-test here. Have a look, and feel free to come back to us with any questions!