| Can I claim PIP payments? 09:13 - Nov 20 with 1453 views | Pippin1970 |
I've got a pacemaker and use CPAP machine at nights for sleep apnea. Currently work 50 plus hours a week. Want it reducing so work less but claim other. Any others claim pips? Thanks. |  | | |  |
| Can I claim PIP payments? on 09:18 - Nov 20 with 1423 views | backwaywhen |
Bit of a ball ache filling forms in etc…… then a phone call from an assessor to check your not telling porky’s , takes a few weeks but worth the effort in the end .
First thing to is go to website to request forms …………. Good luck . | | | |
| Can I claim PIP payments? on 10:11 - Nov 20 with 1328 views | Pinewoodblue |
Always worth a try, there are far too many people not claiming all the benefits available to them. They won’t make it easy for you I gather the PIP form is similar to the Disability Allowance form I complete for the wife, all 30+ pages of it. Have to do it every three years despite the fact that there is zero chance of any improvement in her condition. They send out the form but don’t chase you to complete it, no reminders.
Key seems to be how much help you need.
If you qualify for the higher amount you would also be eligible for a Motability car. |  |
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| Can I claim PIP payments? on 10:46 - Nov 20 with 1277 views | Pinewoodblue |
| Can I claim PIP payments? on 10:11 - Nov 20 by Pinewoodblue |
Always worth a try, there are far too many people not claiming all the benefits available to them. They won’t make it easy for you I gather the PIP form is similar to the Disability Allowance form I complete for the wife, all 30+ pages of it. Have to do it every three years despite the fact that there is zero chance of any improvement in her condition. They send out the form but don’t chase you to complete it, no reminders.
Key seems to be how much help you need.
If you qualify for the higher amount you would also be eligible for a Motability car. |
Another useful link.
https://ipswichdab.org.uk/personal-independence-payment/ | |
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| Can I claim PIP payments? on 10:54 - Nov 20 with 1263 views | Ryorry |
It doesn't really focus on what disabilities or illnesses you have, it's much more about your ability to function - or not - when performing essential household tasks like cooking, or carrying out your own personal care - washing, dressing etc. All down to what you actually can (or can't) do, and whether you need help with those tasks or not (nb - this was about 6 yrs ago, things might have changed since then).
If you need help (whether from aids/tools/adapted car etc; or from human assistance) you may qualify. If you don't need help, you won't. It's done on a points system, so you'd get (e.g.) points on a scale for in the kitchen - not being able to handle pots & pans; potential points for when you're in the bathroom etc. |  |
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| Can I claim PIP payments? on 10:59 - Nov 20 with 1235 views | DJR |
| Can I claim PIP payments? on 10:11 - Nov 20 by Pinewoodblue |
Always worth a try, there are far too many people not claiming all the benefits available to them. They won’t make it easy for you I gather the PIP form is similar to the Disability Allowance form I complete for the wife, all 30+ pages of it. Have to do it every three years despite the fact that there is zero chance of any improvement in her condition. They send out the form but don’t chase you to complete it, no reminders.
Key seems to be how much help you need.
If you qualify for the higher amount you would also be eligible for a Motability car. |
You would also qualify for the £150 Disability Cost of Living payment, and maybe other things
Outrageously to my mind, disabled people don't qualify for the £650 cost of living payment that those on mean-tested benefits get, which is harsh given many disabled people are confined to their house. [Post edited 20 Nov 2022 11:02]
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