help with pip aid and appliance

maryjane67

hi please can any body help  , i have osteoarthritis  in knees and shoulder s just applied for pip  but  i do not have any aid or appliances  , not sure  what to do regarding  this  when this applies with  activity eg cooking etc.  i have  changed my kettle  because of pain in shoulder  but thats it really  try to manage with everything else  as i my carer for my husband its hard

poppy123456

It doesn't matter that you don't have any aids. PIP is awarded because of the help you need, regardless of whether or not you receive help.

You can also refer yourself to your local Council for a needs assessment. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/social-care-and-support-guide/help-from-social-services-and-charities/getting-a-needs-assessment/