PIP change of circumstances

tink79
tink79 Online Community Member Posts: 3 Listener
in PIP, DLA, and AA
Good evening,

I have been reading a lot of comments on this site about PIP and people's experiences. I just wanted to share my timeline as I noticed most people post up until they receive PIP then just disappear!

I have been in receipt of standard daily living allowance for the past 7 years, unfortunately my health deteriorated last year and I reported a change of circumstances on March 27 2023, on 8th May I was told I would need an assessment and an appointment was sent for a telephone assessment on 27th June. I had a further telephone call from the DWP decision maker who had a couple of questions on 13th July and a text message on 14th July to say they had made a decision and I would receive my letter in 2 weeks.

Just a heads up that a new condition or change in circumstances has to have been ongoing for 3 months before you report a change.

Good to luck to all those still awaiting a decision ☘️

Comments

  • Hannah_Alumni
    Hannah_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,866 Championing
    Thank you for sharing your story with us @tink79 Will keep everything crossed you hear something soon.

    And, Welcome to the community! :) I hope we can be a great source of support and friendship for you!
  • tink79
    tink79 Online Community Member Posts: 3 Listener
    Thanks for the message @Hannah_Scope. Just received a nice little sum of money this morning. 

    This community has Bern a god send to be honest so thank you.
  • Hannah_Alumni
    Hannah_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,866 Championing
    That's lovely to hear :) Remember to treat yourself after going through the process! I always say it's the best time for a nice slice of cake!
  • tink79
    tink79 Online Community Member Posts: 3 Listener
    @Hannah_Scope you read my mind! Thanks again. It's a lovely community on here.
  • shellbell20
    shellbell20 Online Community Member Posts: 260 Empowering
    tink79 said:
    Good evening,

    I have been reading a lot of comments on this site about PIP and people's experiences. I just wanted to share my timeline as I noticed most people post up until they receive PIP then just disappear!

    I have been in receipt of standard daily living allowance for the past 7 years, unfortunately my health deteriorated last year and I reported a change of circumstances on March 27 2023, on 8th May I was told I would need an assessment and an appointment was sent for a telephone assessment on 27th June. I had a further telephone call from the DWP decision maker who had a couple of questions on 13th July and a text message on 14th July to say they had made a decision and I would receive my letter in 2 weeks.

    Just a heads up that a new condition or change in circumstances has to have been ongoing for 3 months before you report a change.

    Good to luck to all those still awaiting a decision ☘️
    Thanks for sharing your story, It is great to see a timeline, so it can be compared to other timelines of how long a change of circumstances might take.  It seemed very quick, unlike some people waiting for renewal.  Did you send the form on March 27 or did you ring for a form on March 27th?  And can I ask which region you live in? I am just trying to establish if it is a postcode lottery, luck of the draw or if there is any timeline for a change of circumstance that is across the board. Congratulations on it working out for you, I am happy for you.
  • AndrewHall
    AndrewHall Online Community Member Posts: 300 Empowering

    Can you withdraw requests for change of circumstances before DWP made the decision ?

  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 63,185 Championing
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/899310#Comment_899310

    Not if you've already had the assessment.

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