Would PIP award help me be allocated a more accessible house?
ukssvictim
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I am currently living in a private rented house with stairs that I find very hard. I use a walker and walking stick and have a partner who works all the hours god sends and then constantly worries about me during the day, I have fibromyalgia degenerative dics in my back diabetes, mental health, PTSD,
My question is now now I have been recognised by PIP for my disabilities does this now mean I may be able to acquire my name on housing lists and if so would my circumstances of health give me anymore 'points' to get a property?
i just can't cope with stairs anymore and we would prefer to have lower rent as private seems to be more which is hindering my partner to look after me (and keep himself from having a heart attack) any comments would be most helpful x
My question is now now I have been recognised by PIP for my disabilities does this now mean I may be able to acquire my name on housing lists and if so would my circumstances of health give me anymore 'points' to get a property?
i just can't cope with stairs anymore and we would prefer to have lower rent as private seems to be more which is hindering my partner to look after me (and keep himself from having a heart attack) any comments would be most helpful x
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I do not know the answer to your question. One suggestion is to speak to CAB or your local council housing officer.
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@thespiceman
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Hi,Unfortunately your PIP award won't help you get a housing association property. Waiting lists for these are huge, several years for all parts of the country. You can certainly put your name on the list as there's no harm in that.For your mobility issues then i'd advise self referring yourself to you local council social services department for a needs assessment. They'll do an assessment on you and help you with any aids that will make your life a little easier.
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