How long have people waited to get a decision letter?

Elizabeth1
Elizabeth1 Online Community Member Posts: 57 Connected
edited April 2019 in PIP, DLA, ADP & AA
Hi I have a Pip interview today and was just wondering how long people have waited to get a decision letter thanks 
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  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Online Community Member Posts: 7,877 Championing
    Hi @Elizabeth1 welcome to the community! Unfortunately, there is no specific waiting time as it depends on/if there is a backlog of claims in your area. Keep us updated and let us know if you have any further questions :)
  • Elizabeth1
    Elizabeth1 Online Community Member Posts: 57 Connected
    Thanks I’ve put off putting a claim in because you always read terrible stories. I’ve found the whole thing very stressful, the lady was very nice but you never know. I tried to do everything she asked even though it was painful. 
  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Online Community Member Posts: 7,877 Championing
    I have had a good experience with PIP, my num is my appointee so she has to fill in the forms and talk to them on the phone as I have hearing difficulties and central vision loss. After my assessment back in 2017, I received a decision just under 2 weeks later so it really depends if there is a backlog.
  • Elizabeth1
    Elizabeth1 Online Community Member Posts: 57 Connected
    That’s really good I hope I get the same luck . I’ve been finding it all very hard my mum has helped me with the forms. I’ve got arthritis in my knees hips , back and hands so get lots of help of my mum and son. 
  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Online Community Member Posts: 7,877 Championing
    That's really good that you have support around you. There are many members who have been/currently going through the same process so you're not alone. If your claim was to be unsuccessful then we will help you every step of the way. The community is full of knowledgeable members in regards to benefits and Scope has plenty of advice and resources to offer :)
  • Elizabeth1
    Elizabeth1 Online Community Member Posts: 57 Connected
    That’s great to know as we are really clueless with it all. I’m going to spend the night reading up on here . You have been really helpful ?
  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Online Community Member Posts: 7,877 Championing
    Don't worry, I have no clue about benefits too! A minefield to say the least! Let us know if you need any further help, I will be on the forum until later tonight :)
  • steve51
    steve51 Online Community Member Posts: 7,121 Championing
    Hi @Elizabeth1

    Good Morning it’s great to meet you today ???

    Yes I am also going through my “pip journey” at present.

    “O Joy”

    We have got some good advice/help here on our Community/site.

    @steve51
  • janeyish
    janeyish Online Community Member Posts: 5 Listener
    edited April 2019
    I am still waiting for my decision letter went to assessment on 12 th March I have fibromyalgia.  had a letter a week after going  saying they had all the information now and would make a decision soon I applied end of November hopefully I will hear soon :#  
  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Online Community Member Posts: 7,877 Championing
    Fingers crossed @janeyish!
  • janeyish
    janeyish Online Community Member Posts: 5 Listener
    Thanks @Ami2301
  • CockneyRebel
    CockneyRebel Online Community Member Posts: 5,188 Championing
    Have you asked for a copy of the assessment report ?

  • janeyish
    janeyish Online Community Member Posts: 5 Listener
    @CockneyRebel no not yet I thought I could only have that if I have been refused pip
  • janeyish
    janeyish Online Community Member Posts: 5 Listener
    Found this online Getting a copy of your assessment report - You can only request a copy once DWP writes to you with their decision
  • CockneyRebel
    CockneyRebel Online Community Member Posts: 5,188 Championing
    You should request a copy asap. you are entitled to the report whether your claim is successful or not. It will give you advance warning of your possible award and is useful to keep for your records for future reviews
  • Elizabeth1
    Elizabeth1 Online Community Member Posts: 57 Connected
    Hi @steve51 I know the whole thing is so stressful, how far along the pip journey are you 
  • Elizabeth1
    Elizabeth1 Online Community Member Posts: 57 Connected
    Hi @janeyish that’s a long time I applied in January and had my assessment yesterday , 
  • steve51
    steve51 Online Community Member Posts: 7,121 Championing
    Hi @Elizabeth1

    I have just started my journey along the way.

    After helping many members in our community I did thing that I would be okay!!

    Well what a load of paperwork you have to complete.

    Never mind!!!!!!

    @steve51
  • Elizabeth1
    Elizabeth1 Online Community Member Posts: 57 Connected
    @steve51 I know the form was very long , and I’m thinking there are things I forgot to say in my interview so worried that will affect the outcome. 
  • steve51
    steve51 Online Community Member Posts: 7,121 Championing
    Hi @Elizabeth1

    Yes the form is huge & it takes some doing.

    I am not getting to worried as it is out of our hands now.

    Please please don’t worry I have got my “fingers & toes” crossed.

    @steve51


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