Frightened of PIP assessment, on disability care but need more help.

I desperately need a mobilty scooter too. Can anyone here advise me what to do please? Thank you for your patience.
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Hello@SandyW my name is bam I'm really sorry to hear about your health problems. In the category list you'll find a benefit adviser who could definitely help you and give you some advice on how to get a mobility scooter. I need a Mobility Scooter too but I live in the United States where it's a little more difficult to get one. Good luck and I hope you feel better1
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Hi @SandyW welcome to the community. I have moved your post to the ask a benefits advisor category.
We have a benefits calculator on the website where you can fill it in to see what benefits you could be entitled to, or there is a PIP self test you can do to see if you could be eligible.
I understand your concerns, but know that you arent alone. There are lots of members here who have gone through the PIP process and connecting with them might help you feel more supported, so do have a look around and get involved. I look forward to chatting with you.1 -
Remember, @SandyW, when you do have to apply for PIP at some stage, it is not your diagnoses themselves that carry weight but your ability to carry out certain essential daily tasks and to walk outdoors, i.e. the disabling effect your medical conditions have.1
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Thank you Matilda0
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Thank you Bam and Sam-Scope0
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Hello
It sounds like you have a lot of difficulties that go beyond the award of benefit that you currently have.
Unfortunately as most DLA claimants will be asked to claim PIP, it maybe that you will have to go through a PIP assessment when you transfer from DLA to PIP. So, it is whether you want to wait for PIP to contact you, or start the process off now by contacting DLA about your worsening health. The Scope website has some really useful information about PIP and as Sam said there is also a PIP self-test.
It does sound like there is a lot going on. You mention that you are self-employed and that you cannot cope. Are you thinking of stopping your self-employment or reducing your hours of work? I ask as it maybe that you could claim Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), which is for people who are unable to work.
Kind Regards
Maria
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