Hi, my name is loyza! Can I claim pip?

loyza
loyza Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited November 2022 in PIP, DLA, ADP and AA
I am 80 years old have copd get frequent chest infections my wife and I live in shelter accommodation she is 79 .she makes my bed and helps me with my socks we moved here to be on the flat. Icant walk far as I get out of breath. Can I claim pip.

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  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 64,458 Championing
    As you are over state pension age then you won't be able to claim PIP. You can have a look at claiming Attendance Allowance but this doesn't have the mobility part. If you need help during the day or night you maybe able to claim lower rate. If you need help during the day and night then it's higher rate. https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/money-legal/benefits-entitlements/attendance-allowance/

  • Hannah_Alumni
    Hannah_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,866 Championing
    Hello @loyza

    Welcome to the community! :) How are you today?

    I can see Poppy has already answered your query. I'm just commenting to say I've popped your post into our PIP, DLA and AA section just in case you have any more questions or queries :)