Claiming PIP

JadeC82

I've applied for PIP recently because I have severe mental health problems I have stammer suffer really bad with my nerves and I have a lot of metal work in my left arm causing pain and restrictions do you think I can claim anything for my conditions? 

janer1967

Hi and welcome 

Pip is all about how your condition affects your daily living and mobility against the descriptors 

Unfortunately we cant say if you would be awarded as we dont know 

Have you sent your application off ? Giving as much detail on the form about how you can or cant do the tasks is best advice giving real life examples 

JadeC82

Yes I sent my form off in November I've got a telephone assessment on Tuesday I've emailed them to tell them I won't be able to speak on the phone because of my nerves anxiety and my stammer. 

calcotti

Lots of guidance here
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/pip/

https://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/personal-independence-payment-pip/pip-points-system

https://www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/personal-independence-payment-pip/

JadeC82

Thank you! 

janer1967

They usually do a phone assessment as f2f are currently suspended at present 

If you are unable to do phone assessment you may have a long wait for a f2f assessment 

Have you had any response from the email ? 

JadeC82

Yes they said they have arranged for a paper assessment instead and get back to me to let me know if it can go ahead. 

janer1967

That's good news then just have to wait now till a decision is made 

JadeC82

OK great thank you. 

dynasty30

Hope all goes well 

JadeC82

Thank you