Always consult your doctor about your medical conditions. I had my assessment some weeks ago and then 8 weeks ago I received a text from the DWP saying that they were looking at my assessment and would be in touch in 4 weeks - I have heard nothing do you think I should contact them to find out what is happening. I would advise being very prepared - basically they are not on your side! Please note that if you reject them, you may not be able to use all the functionalities of the site. I said that I had a text saying it was received last week. Those operations really took it out of me, over 10 months to recover, that was over 3 and half years ago now, yet I'm still having problems now. My questions are: how likely is it that the decision maker will agree with the assessors report? Your interview was scheduled for half an hour, but it was closer to 45 minutes or an hour before your conversation wrapped up. Many decisions are taking 8 weeks to come through (though it could be sooner). Will PIP tell me decision over the phone? @sweety, whatever you do, don't give up - that is what the DWP wants us all to do, I will fight until I get where I should be, I'm on nearly 30 tablets a day, 6 injections every 10 weeks in hospital and see quite a few doctors and consultants regularly. Recent PIP assessment question. any documents or notes tas a referance for the future,as you do have a 2 year rereview and it is good to have a rereference., Thanks for the update Gemma, there are others on here going through the same thing who will find you post helpful, Just wanted to thank you all for your helpful comments. People wouldnt lose out just because they were dressed well or their hair was brushed. 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. I may be proved really wrong but I honestly didnt get the impression she was trying to trip me up/catch me out. What percentage of PIP assessments are successful? Disabled people are a soft target for these assessors, it's a know fact that they are paid by results, results in saving the government money, yes there are people out there abusing the system and it's the real disabled that are made to suffer. 5. 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. Also, have as much evidence as you can, hospital letters and any other supporting paperwork , from work perhaps ? If you need assistance for mental health issues, please seek expert opinion and assistance immediately.The information on this page is not designed to replace a doctor or physician's independent judgment about the appropriateness or risks of a procedure for a given patient nor does it represent a diagnoses or advice. I received the copy of my report and although some of it I feel is not accurate, he has recommended 14 points for daily living and 10 for mobility which I would be very happy with. Good luck x. I know I hear you worried but what will be will be - at the end of the day they are in my home so rudeness not tolerated. Without advertising income, we can't keep making this site awesome for you. 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. There are different rules if youre terminally ill. You cannot get PIP and Armed Forces Independence Payment at the same time.. I noticed lately many people are doing something that Capita asked if it was allowed to the DWP, but they refused it. I've heard horror stories of people's assessments of how the person doing it was stern and quite arrogant and this worried me a little because I would have fought back - only you know what your condition is really like. So please dont just answer yes/no. If you're terminally ill the award will be for 3 years. It's next Saturday. The point is, don't make any effort you wouldn't normally make on an ordinary day. They are much more careful. congrats getting the award you deserve. They have not given me a date yet so still on DLA. Start your Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claim 2. Requesting the report isnt always the best idea as it can cause more anxiety and it is only a recommendation and not the actual decision so you still won't know the outcome by Requesting the report, I am dreading all of this with benefits, i do not even know were to start never had to claim anything before, i presum i have to wait till my sick pay as finished. I am unfortuante that I live in a place between two areas which isnt great when I need district nurses - no one is sure who owns me? I received the copy of my report and although some of it I feel is not accurate, he has recommended 14 . Ive tried to access my How disability affects you form I completed online but it seems I cant. I have been informed today, that claimants on DLA on the Low Rate Mobility will not receive any points on the PIP version at all. Send in the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) form 5. So, at the moment that seems to be all going ahead! Had my telephone consultation on the 10th January 2022. (greyhound head comes above hip) the inaccuracy of her report was unbelievable. 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. Assessments will now either be paper based or telephone. Sorry for the rant, not getting at you, but having a disabled wife and watching the fear about the assessments, delays and texts from them. Here's my experience as a disabled woman, you can read about my condition in my chronic journey blog post. A journal of how your health has been, supporting letters from rheumatology and an honest view of how your health is, taking care to pay attention to how limited this disease makes you on bad days and on average how many bad you have is the most honest and safest way to go. I asked how long the decision would be. 3. Anyone having to do a PIP assessment should contact their CAB. The HCP did not mention scleroderma in her report, I guess she knew nothing of the condition. I was also going through divorce, and he was too. 4. She didnt seem like she was trying to catch me out at any point or like any of the horror stories you hear. PIP SUPPORT will be extended for five new health conditions going forward, meaning thousands of people could become eligible for support. My own doctor and consultants class me as a "Complex Case", - a slight alteration on my medications can have severe results. He was very thorough and kind. Provide the necessary resources, training and time. Patient does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Not saying you are the same but effects of chronic fatigue could make you vulnerable when travelling so in effect you could potentially gain a basic rate mobility award. Use of the forums is subject to our Terms of Use
I really have no idea how the face to face went, all I know is that it wasn't as bad as I thought, that said I;m not confident. Hi, Thank you for letting me part of this forum. She had always been a well-groomed woman before she became ill and it was a kind of defence for her to put her face on especially in stressful situations. of cuts in benefits,..the penalties for somebody trying to give misleading information can be quite severe. WOWcampaign sought to give people who have been harassed in some way a chance to vent their pent up anger and frustration because of the ordeals they were being forced to undergo at the hands of government contractors Atos, Capita and Maximus, who are the ones that take care of the necessary assessments, and people often complain that their assessors can be very ruthless and blatantly lie on the assessments. Patient is a UK registered trade mark. She needs to tell it how it is not how others say it is. I have gone through each point and tried to remember what I put and made a note of it all. Once SSP ends the ESA payments will start. Explain how you tackle the task/activity that she's asking about. 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. We will have to agree to disagree, Thats what Im saying, be honest, be you . Rules may be different in other parts of UK. The nerves eased as the assessment went on but I would definitely say think about time frames and the exact steps you need to do or struggles you face in every day task. It's not fraudulent, it's them seeing you as you are, even our CAB person was surprised that my wife got her PIP, they see so many cases lost through people just looking neat and tidy, how long do you think it takes a disabled person to look presentable, struggle putting make up on, struggle trying to do their hair, struggle to get dressed, as I said, I have family and friends who have had PIP removed and lowered, just because the looked presentable. You can decide for yourself whether you want to allow cookies or not. How long after PIP phone assessment do you get a decision? structure and follow a bus or train path to a place you don't know. If anyone has any specific questions about the assessment, let me know and Ill try to answer them. J1707, In the first 3 sentences in the second paragraph you do say you not me or I . I wasnt saying she say that . PIP decision takes about 6 weeks after a paper based assessment to get you the PIP amount that you have claimed or that you need based on what condition you are suffering from. I actually bought a couple second hand off ebay. I completed the PIP form in June 2022, Ive been waiting all this time for the assessment, thinking of how to truthfully answer questions but also describe how difficult Im finding recovery from second surgery in which I lost a bit of my bowel as a stent had migrated and lodged in the bowel. Though in most cases PIP decision timescale tends to be around 12 or so weeks . Why would PIP call after assessment? I received a copy of my assessment today. My doctor is a professor and she has written 2 statements already.and now on with her third. What percentage of PIP assessments are successful. 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. Try not to worry, the worst is over - so sit back and wait (hard I know)! Get someone to show them any adaptations that you use or would spend PIP money on.
How long after PIP phone call do you get paid? Glad your assessment went well. Try our Symptom Checker Got any other symptoms? I will go through all the questions they may ask and make notes before hand using your advice. Yes but this is Dees assessment. Thank you for letting us know . I record all my assessments although mine have been in their own building not at home. You can accompany your boyfriend in the assessment. They need to see how you usually are in real everyday life, warts and all. 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. You then can go through the report highlighting anything which is wrong, and challenge it. You are entitled to see the report also wait a few days after the assessment ring them and ask them to send you a copy. If you appeal a PIP decision online, you'll be asked if you want to join the 'track your appeal' service. I've just had my work capability assessment over the phone and I think it went well. Its is what I explained to my assessor who ignored this statement completely and didnt even report it. New style ESA maybe possible, if you've paid the correct amount of NI contributions in the previous 2 tax years. 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. Gemma, Ive copied my post from last week and pasted it below-I had the assessment last week. Do all PIP reviews require an assessment? Kitty, I don't think that's fraudulent, if you often can't or don't get dressed or get washed because of your health condition. You must report your worst days . Think about her question, how it relates to you and not what you think the answer needs to be to score higher points. Not heard anything back as yet, other than I now have another assessment next week -a work capability assessment-which when I queried what it was and why I had to have a second assessment within 2 weeks,was told by DWP that it was a different type of assessment to see if they will pay my NI. Things I remember specifically: in terms of preparing food, I said I couldnt hold a full kettle as I have pain in my wrist joints. There's a good website called Benefits & Work that has helpful advice about assessments. I hope it goes well! This includes things they ask you to do in the physical examination. Fingers crossed youll get a swift reply. If your PIP claim is rejected because you missed your assessment, you can ask the DWP to change this decision. How long after PIP phone call do you get paid? I am fighting the system but in truth even going to tribunal (I haven't got a date) isn't giving me much chance of success - however I will try? Her reply was preparing food isnt about holding a kettle Id put that more in mobility, what I mean by preparing food is can you peel potatoes, chop up carrots and can you do it repeatedly. You automatically qualify for the enhanced rate of the daily living component if you are terminally ill. You don't need permission from anyone to record anyone including PIP assessors in your own home if you don't tell them. On the face of itit looks like I was treated quite well compared to some stories I have heard but that was only the assessment - god knows what will happen when I get the result. How do I know if my PIP assessment went well? We want the forums to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the forums are
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A string of terminations will look very bad on the resume, making it harder and harder to get a job in a chosen field (or any job). Est-ce que le prix des pellets va baisser en 2023 ? Having accompanied my hubby to two physical face to face assessments which were both totally different - one where he scored zero in all areas (& subsequently went to appeal tribunal getting an enhanced daily living award) and one where the assessor actually went looking for points for him (giving him sufficient for a basic rate mobility award too). She couldn't leave the house and had severe panic attacks all day long - she just sat about in her dressing gown all day, unwashed and ungroomed. I did this without thinking and didnt originally report this but I did later on and this gained me extra points. Before you start, get all your medical paperwork together including hospital letters, prescriptions lists, referrals and such. What is the timescale please between receiving the Well it's arrived my letter for a face to face. 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. I had my PIP assessment this week too (new claim - no DLA previouly). Complete the form in pencil first, it might seem time consuming but it can cut down processing time if your information is neat and clear. 1. Note: Other improvements will combine the separate assessment processes for PIP, Employment Support Allowance, and Universal Credit. They consider whether your mental health condition limits your ability to carry out the activities, and what support is needed to do so. Have more bad days than good how fatigue disables you eg driving is dangerous due to fatigue and brain fog so you dont leave the house. I took my dog to the garden as she was uncomfortable around her( 3 steps to the garden 3 steps back) all she mentioned was I reached down and grabbed my dog by the collar and walked her out the room. If you cannot get PIP, you can apply for Attendance Allowance instead.. I applied on the 13th September 2021. What I'm acftually referring to is recording the Assessment. But so many people aren't prepared for the PIP assessment - or the Work Capability Assessment for UC, either. Having said that some of the members on here have been waiting much longer. You would need a lot of equipment, and should we give a copy free to ATOS, they should be doing that, not us. 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. 2. Can occupational health sign me off work? My husband came with me and even he remarked it wasnt as bad as he though it would be. 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 ??? My only point was to be honest.xx. Sweetyb1@ - The DWP argument for PIP is to ensure the most disabled people get it, yet that wasn't the point of DLA. I just get angrier the more I think about it. Fill in the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) form 4.