just had all my PIP stopped despite having end of life COPD

EastEndgirl
EastEndgirl Online Community Member Posts: 2 Listener
edited March 2019 in PIP, DLA, ADP & AA
Hi there. Joined because was reading what everyone has been saying. I am 67yrs and just had all my PIP stopped despite having end of life COPD. I am gutted. The accessor didn't even mention my breathing. Have already complained, but it's the waiting and the hardship. Am in for a long fight. X

Comments

  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Online Community Member Posts: 7,877 Championing
    Hi @EastEndgirl welcome to the community! I am sorry to hear what has happened. Many of our community members have been in the same position as yourself and I'm sure they will be happy to get in contact with you to offer support. Let us know if we can help you with anything and keep us updated :)
  • EastEndgirl
    EastEndgirl Online Community Member Posts: 2 Listener
    Thanks that's good to know. Just so angry but in the end I will get there. X
  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Online Community Member Posts: 7,877 Championing
    We understand, it really is a frustrating experience!
  • Adrian_Scope
    Adrian_Scope Posts: 14,323 Online Community Programme Lead
    Hi @EastEndgirl, I'm really sorry to hear about your PIP decision. I assume you've already put in for a Mandatory Reconsideration? In the meantime, please keep in touch and get involved with the discussions around here and if you have any questions, feel free to ask!
  • CockneyRebel
    CockneyRebel Online Community Member Posts: 5,188 Championing
    Hi @EastEndgirl and welcome

    As a fellow COPD sufferer I can understand how frustated you must be.
    In many ways COPD can seem like an invisible condition, so it is important to send as much evidence as you can.
    Do you have a Community Respiritory Team looking after you ?
    What medication do you take ?
    Do you have home oxygen therapy ?

    These are all things that can help to show you are not just a bit out of breath

Categories