I kept a diary recording the week before I sent my form back, photogaphs of my condition (Lack of circulation in feet and hands) I didn't fill the form in all at once but I wonder if using a diffent pen on some days would have helped, I spent ages looking for the pen I was using on each day. He must be much cleverer than me and the professor because after 15 years with the condition, there still isn't that much known about it - perhaps he'd like to do a disertation on it? You should certainly make sure you are thorough in what you tell the assesor and don't leave out key info, but the info you include must still be truthful. Will PIP tell me decision over the phone? If you dont they will catch you out, I fully know how long it takes a disabled person to look presentable. Once SSP ends the ESA payments will start. Good luck everyone with your outcomes/ assessments! I hope it goes well! I was on DLA indefinite award, I suffer with. I scored 10 for daily living and 4 for mobility. Please note that if you reject them, you may not be able to use all the functionalities of the site. congrats getting the award you deserve. Im knackered walking, tired, need to sit down so I cant walk for long. I'm not sure if you've still got time - you have to get permission from them in advance to do this - but if at all possible record the assessment. In this brief guide, we will discuss PIP decision timescale, as well as other things you need to know about PIP eligibility and PIP related problems. If you have been through their assessment not just PIP bur ESA, their questionnaire is complicated and out to trick you. The DWP will write to you to tell you when the assessment will be. And how long does it take usually for a decision to be made? my hubby gets basic rate mobility because he can't plan and make journeys on his own, he can't figure out timetables, buying tickets, navigating himself round strange places, falls asleep on transport so could be at potential risk of missing stops, potential be vulnerable. Going to take my husband in Rheumatoid Arthiritis Medication decision help. What I am having issues with is getting ESA, mostly because of those who issue it are entirely incompetant, and because of their incompetancy and lack of help, i don't even know what I am entitled to. This will often involve a face-to-face assessment with one of the Department's contractors (Atos, Capita and Maximus). Thank you. Note: Other improvements will combine the separate assessment processes for PIP, Employment Support Allowance, and Universal Credit. It seems so obvious that when you're clearly having difficulties and you've got doctor's letters to confirm your level of disability that there shouldn't be any issue. Though in most cases PIP decision timescale tends to be around 12 or so weeks, it can also be rushed when you are terminally ill.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'psychreel_com-medrectangle-3','ezslot_1',103,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-medrectangle-3-0'); When the PIP claim is not that complicated the process is also relatively quicker, but there have been many reports in the past about the many issues that seem to plague the process of the PIP decision making, particularly the part with the assessment, likely because this part is dependent on the independent contractors. What I'm acftually referring to is recording the Assessment. She asked me how I get on attending clinic or hospital appointments, do I talk to other patients? Thank you xxx. I'm not speaking from experience here only my initial assessment. PIP SUPPORT will be extended for five new health conditions going forward, meaning thousands of people could become eligible for support. Just as a reminder keep (or take a pic with your mobile and email the pics to yourself so you always have access to them!) Forgot your username? She asked me to talk through how I would go to a clinic appointment or the steps I take to get in and out a bath etc. Patient does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Patient aims to help the world proactively manage its healthcare, supplying evidence-based information on a wide range of medical and health topics to patients and health professionals. PIP Decision Timescale (Everything you need to know). Do you often sleep on the couch as you cant do the stairs, maybe would like bannister?? There are so many people who deserve Pip but dont get it or have to fight for it. After loosing this was awarded for 3 years high care and 10 out 12 points for mobility so still kept my blue badge but lost my car which I went on to purchase from Motobility. as being in breach of those terms. 5. Im sorry about your friend, thats awful. respect of any healthcare matters. There are currently people with mental illness that have taken their own lives due to the stress of PIP applications, decisions and appeals. If you're awarded PIP for a fixed time of more than 2 years, the DWP will usually review your award before it ends. Hope I haven't made you too stressed and anxious about it! You would need a lot of equipment, and should we give a copy free to ATOS, they should be doing that, not us. Introduction: My name is Jamar Nader, I am a fine, shiny, colorful, bright, nice, perfect, curious person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you. The PIP self-test is anonymous, and the results will appear in your browser as soon as you have completed the single page of multiple choice questions. Calling from abroad: +44 191 218 7766if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'psychreel_com-narrow-sky-2','ezslot_15',118,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-narrow-sky-2-0'); According to the PIP website, here is the criteria for one to be eligible for PIP:if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'psychreel_com-mobile-leaderboard-2','ezslot_13',119,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-mobile-leaderboard-2-0'); You can get PIP whether youre working or not. The whole process from making a new claim for PIP, from the initial phonecall to the DWP through to receiving the Award Letter can take up to 24 weeks, which is around six months. The assessing the assessors campaign designed a questionnaire that people with disabilities could fill in to describe their assessment experiences, and about 6 or so months into launching the campaign, WOW had already received about 50 questionnaires and were hoping for and expecting even more responses, which they eventually planned to turn into a report, which would be sent to MPs.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'psychreel_com-sky-3','ezslot_25',129,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-sky-3-0'); The questionnaire includes questions such as whether the assessor had taken account of information provided by the claimants healthcare professionals; whether the assessment report was accurate; and how the process had affected their physical and mental health, and it makes for a good opportunity for the person to talk about the fact that their PIP assessor lied. The DWP might take a long time before they write to you. If she asks how far, how long can you walk, think about how you feel doing that, then answer. And it will be at home! Hi Gemma, I take it you have already submitted a 'How your disability affects you form' with all the descriptors for daily living activities and you detailed how you struggled with each one. can anyone advise how the current Capita PIP assessments are done by telephone please? So I had a telephone assessment for a change of circumstances on the 13th of February. I was also going through divorce, and he was too. Scoring 4 is a joke. Whether you're entitled will depend on how your health conditions affect you against the PIP descriptors. Use of the forums is subject to our Terms of Use If you do tell them they can - and will - stop it. You get the enhanced rate if you score 12 points or more. Check what happens after you've sent the form You'll usually have to go to an assessment to check how your condition affects you. I'm not used to discussing ailments with pople I dont know - and I seriously doubt she kmew a lot about my condition. Remember during an Assessment you can ask for a break, if you feel unwell at any point. Sorry waffling. when I do this again Im going to record my interview and let them know this is my intention. Hi, Thank you for letting me part of this forum. The nurse I spoke to was very nice but very thorough! They consider whether your mental health condition limits your ability to carry out the activities, and what support is needed to do so. How to tell if pip assessment went well 2021. Just wondered what stage you was at , Hi all I applied for pip 16/09/2021 and had my assessment 12/01/22 assessment 1hr 50 mins! Most people claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) will be asked to attend a PIP assessment with a healthcare professional. The lady who assessed me wasn't too harsh and typed at break neck speed. It is true I am a danger on the road when I have fatigue it is like a drunk driver my reactions are so much slower. Provide the necessary resources, training and time. Deal with places that you don't recognize. 7. Its very specific and slightly embarrassing what they want to know. 5. I did a few excercises from my chair but she didn't push me. If you're awarded PIP for a fixed time of more than 2 years, the DWP . thanks Terry I wil look into it. Sorry if this is not the correct thing to put on here but I really need to know what is happening (they are still paying the standard payment at present) thanks Jan. My medications were all shown to her and she commented on how I was on a lot of medication and very strong pain relief. Be careful of things like picking up dropped pencil etc. She put my problems down to Fibromyalgia and raynauds which of course I have too and each a disabling condition. Was on DLA allowance before with low care and high mobility. Gemma, I dont know if any of that helps, I hope it does. Ring the PIP helpline number and ask for a copy of your assessor's report to be sent to you. Also, think about if you could walk again within 5 mins/20 mins - when would you feel able to walk again. I know you all know that, but the phrasing of some comments on here doesn't make that fully clear, so thought I should just add this. There are a couple of other members having a video PIP assessment this coming week so hopefully they'll come back and report on how it went. The Mandatory Reconsideration Notice is a letter which tells you if the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has changed their decision or not, and why. 4. Tell them your partner has to help.you with cooking , do you do internet shopping, how do you dress even down to putting in bras, how you toilet. Today (18/1) called for a copy of my assessment but she said they advised not to send it as decisions are often different. Is anyone else any stories to share. Do PIP decision makers go with the assessors report? Great news in one way as I dont have to worry about driving anywhere as I already know next week is going to be hard as a conference to go too as well for work. All face to face assessments have been suspended for at least 3 months. Some claims take less time; some take more. Good Luck! 2.10: Prime Factorization and the Least Common Multiple (Part 2). 3. Glad you got what you are entitled to. Don't tell them you drive that will go against you unless you have an adapted car. If you're claiming tax credits, a claim for UC will end that claim. Most states that require PIP are no-fault states, which require each person to cover their own medical expenses if they're injured in an accident, regardless of who is responsible. Do not fall for the traps, don't say you feel ok today, don't answer questions with yes or no - make sure you remember the word BUT - I can read BUT sometimes my fatigue means I can't take in the information, I can sometimes make a meal BUT often I am just so exhausted blah, blah, blah. Thanks for your response. In my view it was definitely worth doing, as it avoids the kind of thing J1707 is talking about here. Upgrade to Patient Pro Medical Professional? Hey..think positivesince the universe (I read on my horoscope..LOL) reacts to positive thoughts it is usually when a person keeps fighting the tribunal as you call it approves. My PIP wasnt removed because of how I was dressed or turned out. I felt that the assessment went well, and the assessor I spoke to was lovely. 7. Be confident, hold eye contact, be honest but clear and firm. I thought about going into detail on what is PIP, who can apply for PIP, and everything you need to know about it, but instead, I'll leave it to the link below and just get on with my first PIP phone assessment experience and what . How do I get text messages on my Da Fit watch? And he noticed I was extremely stressed. Receive all the latest news and information about Scope, tell us how we can make the community better, Safeguarding It also makes them aware that you are likely to challenge any inaccuracies. Youre talking to me like I dont know what Im talking about/am not disabled but I assure you Ive been there myself and helped many other people go there as well. Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems. Hi GEMMA, I was also a victim of "thats not what you wrote on the form" question. A PIP medical assessment report by an independent healthcare professional. I had a good assessor, took a taxi to the centre. DLA was supposed to help disabled people with financial support to live as close to a normal live as possible while maintaining any work they do. Do PIP assessors make a decision . I just told them how it was so whether they choose to tick those boxes in my favour or not only time will tell, If you are having an assessment soon, don't worry just tell them about your bad days, that's all you can do. The main reason for recording the assessment officially is that they know you are, and they're more careful in the first place so with any luck you can avoid having to go to appeal. 4. The COC was to let them know of several recent diagnosis, mainly of a cognitive nature. Remember to add in how it affects you and your family emotionally . Recent PIP assessment question. This is a thread regarding PIP, which isn't means tested. When I get the dreaded brown envelope I'll probably be in the same boat as everyone else who had had a poor decision. You can start a claim 3 months before the SSP ends and you will need your SSP1 form from your employer and a fit note from your GP. It only took one application to get my care up to top rate, but I wake up 5-6 times a night, and need constant care, which isn't easy. If they called in unannounced on a bad day they would be lucky if I could summon the energy or mobility to open the door and I doubt my washing up would be done never mind hoovering and I would still be in my pjs wrapped in a blanket on the sofa. Those were the 4areas as she described them to me. But the person being given all this helpful advice drives to work & has now got over the worst of getting started on her RA drugs, so presumably she gets up & dresses herself for work? Unfortunately, the DWP are notoriously difficult to convince whatever your doctor says. Hi all. If your total score for the daily living activities is between 8 and 11, you'll be awarded the. If you really cannot visit one of their assessment centres, then consider asking your GP to provide a letter saying why this is the case. My top tips for getting through the PIP process: 1. I have yet to be changed over to PIP, but what will be, will be - My wife put in for an increase on care, but she is basically looking after me 24/7 and I'm on a hospital bed, which the District Nurses are on about changing due to it being not secure enough for someone with my conditions. This may involve sharing this information with relevant authorities to ensure we comply with our policies and legal obligations. I have not received a message to say they have received my report so my sister called today to check they have and the confirmed the received it 17/01/22 she said no desision has been made yet but to keep checking my bank ??? As your wife has received a text message then she will need to make sure that she answers the phone between the time stated in the text. My own Gp told me when I asked for a support letter that he had a patient who was paralysed from the waist down and was turned down because he could lift himself from chair to sofa using his arms . You'll get a letter that tells you what will happen with your PIP. New style ESA maybe possible, if you've paid the correct amount of NI contributions in the previous 2 tax years. I record all my assessments although mine have been in their own building not at home. The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that at the end of October 2022, claims for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) were taking 16 weeks to process from point of registration to the decision being made. Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked. Unfortunately I dont have a copy . You can decide for yourself whether you want to allow cookies or not. xxx, But if that is not how Dee is then she shouldnt be doing that. Another useful tip which is what I did for my late husband is ask for a copy of the assessors report. 1. I know this is only a recommendation to the DM will just have to wait for the decision letter. Some people get really good and understanding assessors I hope you do. Registered office: 8-10 Queen Street, Seaton, Devon EX12 2NY, United Kingdom. I said I was was having a continual flare which at this point been going on for 4 months and she reported I only had one flare in 4 months. Ive been told a manager will be observing the phone call which has only added to my nerves but very grateful its telephone and not video/ face to face! Each assessment and assessor is different. However, there's a rigorous assessment process for people . Any individual who files a PIP claim could get between 23.60 and 151.40 a week if they are aged 16 or above and have not reached State Pension age. My own doctor and consultants class me as a "Complex Case", - a slight alteration on my medications can have severe results. You get the standard rate if you score between eight and 11 points for your daily living needs in the PIP test. I noticed lately many people are doing something that Capita asked if it was allowed to the DWP, but they refused it. glad its over. He was very thorough and kind. That's fine by me. MBTI, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, and Myers-Briggs are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Myers and Briggs Foundation, Inc., in the United States and other countries.Personality Articles Disclaimer: The articles listed under the Personality Category contain information from external sources whose accuracy and reliability is not guaranteed. The next step is to survive your performance improvement plan and come out as a better-qualified, more valuable worker. Once your claim process has been started or when you are on the call, you may need the following details on the call:if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'psychreel_com-leader-2','ezslot_9',113,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-leader-2-0'); You can also get someone to help you with the starting of the PIP claim process, and for this you can also ask the DWP to add them to your call when you: Of course, this is not possible if you use text, which is why it would be ideal to use any of the other methods of communication.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'psychreel_com-leader-3','ezslot_10',114,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-leader-3-0'); You can also get someone else to do it on your behalf, should you need it, but you will still need to be with them when they call, because you may be needed for verification purposes. I know a lot of people have been denied PIP, when they might have deserved it..but it is irresponsible to advise somebody to pretend their condition is worse than it is,..especially in the present climate. The woman who did the assessment was lovely( also part time paramedic) but I Hi all I have not posted for some time I have been going through trying to get my PIP back which I need and would assess it to see if they could award me benefit. It is impossible to get a full understanding and evaluations of any person's life, disabled or not within 20 minutes chat. Where you hold on. For example, if you say you can't drive, then someone sees you driving. Thats fantastic news! My daughter was with me and she was very obvious with her note taking, and asked for a few points of clarity 'to make sure her notes of the session were accurate'. One of the ESA questions was, if you can see across the road and nothing is coming, can you cross the road, nothing about do you need assistance to help you cross the road, so if you tick yes, you are fit for work. And trust us, they mean a lot. The horror stories are, if anything, even worse than they were in May of this year. Fact. I hope it goes well! Her reply was well you cant be properly washing yourself each time. But I seem to collapse in the middle as I have no structural strength. But so many people aren't prepared for the PIP assessment - or the Work Capability Assessment for UC, either. As it's a means tested benefit, if you have savings/capital of more than 16,000 you're excluded from claiming.
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