Advice

mccallum73

I’m new to this was just wondering I’ve recently went on WCA a friend of mine has told me I should apply for pip I have SVT and diverticuor disease I don’t have it every day I take SVT at least 4/5 times a week I’m waiting to go in for catheter ablation for it due to covid I don’t no when so when applying for it it asks me can I do things for myself which I can until I take SVT I don’t no when I’m going to take this as it just comes on anytime I don’t get any warnings my heart beats 220bpm when I take them 

poppy123456

HI,

PIP isn't awarded based on any diagnosis, it's how those conditions affect your ability to carry out daily activities based on the PIP descriptors. You must have also had the condition for at least 3 months and expect it to last at least a further 9 months.

This link may help. https://pipinfo.net/

mccallum73

I have had it years and was diagnosed with it March 2020 I just don’t no what to write wen it’s asking me can I get myself ready and cook for myself 

chiarieds

Hi @mccallum73 - I'm sorry for the difficulties you're facing. Altho a friend has told you that you should apply for PIP, I would suggest you look into it yourself to see if you may meet the criteria. Please have a look here: https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/asset-library/Personal-Independence-Payment-Descriptors-and-Scores-April-2021.pdf   Despite your diagnoses, PIP is about how this affects certain aspects of daily living, &/your mobility. Please do have a look, & come back with any questions.

calcotti

You may find this helpful too
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/pip/help-with-your-claim/fill-in-form/