Hi, my name is lizbob!

lizbob
lizbob Online Community Member Posts: 7 Connected
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Hi, I am Liz, I was born with bilateral hip dysplacia, undiagnosed until 5years of age ( despite my parents insisting there was something wrong from an early age).3 Ops as a child, and 3 complicated hip reconstructions and knee replacement in the last 16years. Arthritis in left elbow and both hands and left knee. I am 65 years old and awaiting tribunal after being refused any mobility for PIP despite receiving DLA for the last 18 years at the higher rate of mobility for life. So in effect they are saying I am not disabled, my friends and family couldn't believe it. I have been awarded care at standard rate for 3years, ( I understand they are not awarding lifetime PIP but it doesn't make sense as my disability like many others is never going to improve, in fact it is highly likely to deteriorate, so where is the sense in that decision)

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  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Online Community Member Posts: 7,877 Championing
    Hi @lizbob welcome to the community! 

    Sorry to hear what has happened, hope you receive your tribunal date soon. Let us know if you need any help :)
  • Pippa_Alumni
    Pippa_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 5,761 Championing
    Hi @lizbob, and a warm welcome to the community!

    Wishing you all the best with your tribunal. If you have any questions, you may find our PIP/DLA discussions helpful.

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