Always consult your doctor about your medical conditions. I cant change anythng and they explained that it's not them who make the final decision, they are just there to tick boxes, I will let you know when the dreaded brown envelope drops through the letter box, I haven't done my best, passed a test or given my all. She put my problems down to Fibromyalgia and raynauds which of course I have too and each a disabling condition. We want the forums to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the forums are Im gutted I didnt do this now! I had my assessment already and was lucky enough to be accepted thank you for advice though Im sure others will find it super useful! A PIP medical assessment report by an independent healthcare professional. Permission was obtained from our Housing Association, DFG (Disability Funding Grant) was issued last week, the property was surveyed this week by Clos-o-mat. Nicola230, having recently been assessed and declined, I can tell you it's a process, a procedure to follow. thanks Terry I wil look into it. Go through the assessment and do your own report based on the discrepancies in the assessment. 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 . Yes Ive heard they try catching you out which is why Im rather nervous! As anyone else applied in September 2021. I'm not used to discussing ailments with pople I dont know - and I seriously doubt she kmew a lot about my condition. Explain how you tackle the task/activity that she's asking about. 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! She needs to tell it how it is not how others say it is. Just stress how hard things are to do and especially the fatigue that is so bad some days you need to go yo bed. 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). Sometimes claims can be assessed without a face-to-face assessment using evidence that you have provided (for example, medical evidence). Anything digital is not allowed. Thats all Im saying . structure and follow a bus or train path to a place you don't know. x, Good luck with assessment. Whatever you do, do not put any make up on, do not comb or brush your hair, leave your pyjamas on, just keep remember one thing and one thing only, THEY WANT TO STOP YOU GETTING PIP, that is what they are paid to do, I know of friends and family that have had their disability payments taken or reduced, because they walked up stairs, could lift their arms, had make up on and looked well groomed, go on line and read what the CAB say to do during a PIP interview, Good luck xxx. A PIP decision timescale depends on the following aspects of the PIP claim process: Along with the PIP benefit, your caregiver may also be eligible for carers allowance, if your condition is severe and you need constant help and support. The assessor will know this. I hope it helps you positively. Your right. "Im knackered walking, tired, need to sit down so I can't walk for long". PIP questions are concerned with how the person functions in their day to day life, and they are meant to assess the extent to which the person's condition affects them, as opposed to what their condition is. Gemma, Ive copied my post from last week and pasted it below-I had the assessment last week. Maintaining a positive attitude throughout the process will help the entire organisation to recognise the value of an employee performance improvement plan. How long after PIP phone assessment do you get a decision? I wasnt saying she say that . DLA rates I get full on both "indefinitely" - but this doesn't count with PIP because it is classed as a new Benefit, even though its similar. This involves: 1. Good Luck! I would advise being very prepared - basically they are not on your side! 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. If we become concerned about you or anyone else while using one of our services, we will act in line with our safeguarding policy and procedures. When people receive a paper-based review they can usually get a decision within 6 weeks but according to some reports that have been formulated regarding the way assessment process orks in the DWP, there are three areas of the claims process that could be improved, which are, issues with the quality of the assessment; travel to assessment centres; and challenges for those moving from DLA to PIP. They have not given me a date yet so still on DLA. 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. Just a gentle reminder that anything filled in on a PIP form or said during the PIP assessment MUST be accurate, truthful information, otherwise you risk prosecution. Here are the details you need for contacting the DWP for PIP claims:if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'psychreel_com-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_8',115,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0'); Telephone: 0800 917 2222if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'psychreel_com-leader-4','ezslot_11',116,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-leader-4-0'); Relay UK (if you cannot hear or speak on the phone): 18001 then 0800 917 2222if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'psychreel_com-mobile-leaderboard-1','ezslot_12',117,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-mobile-leaderboard-1-0'); Video relay service for British Sign Language (BSL) users check you can use the service. Feel like I am in a war zone at the moment Mmrr but I think we have all been there at some point. Try not to worry, the worst is over - so sit back and wait (hard I know)! How long after PIP phone call do you get paid? Though in most cases PIP decision timescale tends to be around 12 or so weeks . Posted Thank you Victoria-NRAS. Which is odd and then said I should have a decision within 7-10 days has anybody else had an assessment around same time and had a decision. Hi everyone! I hope it goes well! Registered in England and Wales. 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? My advice is do not give up - I waited 16 months to go to Court and I got my mobility assessment passed by the Judge -. I may be proved really wrong but I honestly didnt get the impression she was trying to trip me up/catch me out. Hope I haven't made you too stressed and anxious about it! Assessors do read this site too you know! 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. Walking distances: I can walk between chairs unaided and make my way to the toilet like that. It was an hour and 20 minutes. My Occupational Therapist tried to get me a Bio-Bidet which is basically a new toilet seat, but with the additional parts of a bidet, but the funding was turned down, that cost 1,000 - the reason given was not suitable for individual, hence now they have applied for a Clos-o-mat, costing 7,000 which has been accepted. Have someone with you if you possibly can. 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. But I seem to collapse in the middle as I have no structural strength. We all know its individual, all I am saying is be honest about you your situation, not what other people are telling you to say and be. Her reply was well you cant be properly washing yourself each time. The HCP did not mention scleroderma in her report, I guess she knew nothing of the condition. 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. PIP seems to have taken on a similar role of the support group of ESA. This will often involve a face-to-face assessment with one of the Department's contractors (Atos, Capita and Maximus). He can walk miles but can't stay awake when travelling. The purpose of the phone call is to ensure the claimant understands the reason why PIP has not been awarded or has been awarded at a lower rate and to answer any questions or concerns that the claimant may have about the decision. Ill let you know when I hear outcome of my PIP assessment. Hopefully it won't be too long. You automatically qualify for the enhanced rate of the daily living component if you are terminally ill. How long after PIP phone call do you get paid? This will send you regular email updates and reminders about your appeal. 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. Well done, hope you you get a pospositive outcome. And it will be at home! Unfortunately, the DWP are notoriously difficult to convince whatever your doctor says. benefitsandwork.co.uk. UNLAWFUL AND HUMILIATING PIP TELEPHONE ASSESSMENTS We've looked at almost 400 responses given between June and November in our ongoing PIP telephone assessment survey. She said well you cant be walking more than 50m then. 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. Assessments can be in person, over the phone or by video call. 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. 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. Does anyone know if any agency collating information regarding the time PIP assessors are taking over their assessments in order to challenge what is going on? 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. In my view it was definitely worth doing, as it avoids the kind of thing J1707 is talking about here. Check what the mobility scores mean If you get between 8 and 11 points in total, you'll get the mobility component of PIP at the standard rate. Ring the PIP helpline number and ask for a copy of your assessor's report to be sent to you. The assessors are able to completely ignore and refute any evidence from your GP or any other health professionals who may support your claim. and anything else that might make you seem less affected. 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. I almost had breakdown before mine, as its all i have to live on. If your needs have changed, your PIP might be increased, reduced or stopped. There have been reports of clients who have been awarded the DLA benefits but they seem to have lost these benefits when they moved to PIP. You then can go through the report highlighting anything which is wrong, and challenge it. They give you positive affirmation. Think about her question, how it relates to you and not what you think the answer needs to be to score higher points. Whether you're entitled will depend on how your health conditions affect you against the PIP descriptors. The problems that are leading to a PIP in this job could well end up causing problems in the next. Im driving myself absolutely mad wondering if the DM will remove points. Fill in the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) form 4. I received the copy of my report and although some of it I feel is not accurate, he has recommended 14 . Recent PIP assessment question. 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. This my reality. If you want to request a copy of your assessment form you can do so by ring the DWP and asking for your PA4 report. Towards the end of the PIP claim form, you can ask for a home visit for the assessment, but you cannot insist on it. The Claimants that do record their Assessments then wait for the brown envelope, and if there's enough differences between what was said at the Assessment and the letter, then they phone the DWP, demanding why there is so many differences, this normally causes the DWP to take another look at your case, then they change the decision. I found this quite challenging as she wanted to know exactly how long things take and with me its so variable. Also, people are reluctant to say how much trouble they have - it's a very British thing to play down illness - and so they lose points. Thank you. If you cannot get PIP, you can apply for Attendance Allowance instead.. 3. If you do tell them they can - and will - stop it. Im now getting ready for this work capability appointment next Tuesday. I noticed lately many people are doing something that Capita asked if it was allowed to the DWP, but they refused it. 7 years ago, Wishing you all the best and thank you again . Good luck to you and keep trying. thank you so much I will ensure to do this x, Get CAB to help you with it, invaluable support I got from them even up to getting a DS1500 form compled by my GP with support from my consultant, the form alone allowed me to get PIP. 2. When I go to the toilet at night Im very stiff and I hold on to the radiator and lower myself to the toilet and again hold on to get up. As it's a means tested benefit, if you have savings/capital of more than 16,000 you're excluded from claiming. PIP review changes ensure those with severe (or progressive) conditions get PIP award rates and scores that reflect the fact that their condition will not improve. You'll get a letter that tells you what will happen with your PIP. It was an example of my own situation. I've just had my work capability assessment over the phone and I think it went well. Upgrade to Patient Pro Medical Professional? Some problems have improved, some have got worse. So please dont just answer yes/no. She said we only received my report yesterday. I was on DLA indefinite award, I suffer with. 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. Est-ce que le prix des pellets va baisser en 2023 ? Award rates and Assessment award rates to January 2022. They need to see how you usually are in real everyday life, warts and all. Rules may be different in other parts of UK. Having said that some of the members on here have been waiting much longer. Hi Dee. I'm starting to worry a little about what I said. Travel expenses Make sure you tell the assessor everything you want them to know about your condition and don't tell them about any tricks or workarounds you've taught yourself or put in place (without . 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. Thanks. Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. This may seem obvious - but if you're focusing on getting your answers right, you might not be paying full attention to the interviewer's reactions. So she made an effort for the assessment , got refused benefits because of it _ as per the report from DWP - and died of a heart attack two months later from the stress of no money. 5. Registered office: 8-10 Queen Street, Seaton, Devon EX12 2NY, United Kingdom. 1. I have a video PIP assessment in a few weeks time and was wondering if anyone had any tips or advice for this?