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 had my assessment already and was lucky enough to be accepted thank you for advice though Im sure others will find it super useful! When I get the dreaded brown envelope I'll probably be in the same boat as everyone else who had had a poor decision. This my reality. Ask for a copy if the report . I think people should act as they normally do and if someone normally gets up and gets dressed then thats what they should do. 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. Though in most cases PIP decision timescale tends to be around 12 or so weeks . My PIP wasnt removed because of how I was dressed or turned out. How long after PIP phone assessment do you get a decision? It will cause a huge change of circumstances should my claim for PIP from DLA is refused or go downto standard rate for both parts. A PIP medical assessment report by an independent healthcare professional. For example, if you say you can't drive, then someone sees you driving. Remember during an Assessment you can ask for a break, if you feel unwell at any point. appropriate medical assistance immediately. My top tips for getting through the PIP process: 1. DWP assessors are not properly trained in mental health and so therefore not able to carry out fair assessments for those with mental illness that need to be carried out in a different manner that those with physical disabilities. Win or lose, I tried, I wish everyone luck if you are going through the same and thank you all for your support. I am very pleased for you. 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. 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. Had my telephone consultation on the 10th January 2022. Explain how you tackle the task/activity that shes asking about. Registered office: 8-10 Queen Street, Seaton, Devon EX12 2NY, United Kingdom. Do not lie or put on a show, tell it how it is. After the assessment, which can take some weeks, the result or decision will come through. 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. Before you start, get all your medical paperwork together including hospital letters, prescriptions lists, referrals and such. I was asked to take my thumb splint off, to which I answered yes I can do ,so long as you take responsibility for any dislocation that might occur, she said don't bother then ! She didnt seem like she was trying to catch me out at any point or like any of the horror stories you hear. Each assessment and assessor is different. There are so many people who deserve Pip but dont get it or have to fight for it. Try not to worry, the worst is over - so sit back and wait (hard I know)! Check the rules about recording in case they've changed (I don't think they have). 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. I have consultant letters to back me up and I sent loads of information beforehand. policy. Do you often sleep on the couch as you cant do the stairs, maybe would like bannister?? Don't behave as if it was any other appointment or social event and try to look smart or anything. 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. Having said that some of the members on here have been waiting much longer. 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. glad its over. 6. A benefit that someone can apply for if the person has reached State Pension age, is the Attendance Allowance. Typically, PIP back pay starts from the date of your claim and once the claim is accepted the DWP will pay you the money you have claimed or that you need. Ring the PIP helpline number and ask for a copy of your assessor's report to be sent to you. They evaluate your ability to carry out specific daily living and mobility activities. I felt that the assessment went well, and the assessor I spoke to was lovely. If you do tell them they can - and will - stop it. Yes Ive heard they try catching you out which is why Im rather nervous! So the answer to her question was no I dont socialise but she wrote down my entire reply. Any earnings you receive will reduce your UC by 55%. 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. Many decisions are taking 8 weeks to come through (though it could be sooner). Do PIP assessors make a decision . How to tell if pip assessment went well 2021. 3. They will send the report before a decision's been made but this may not be a good idea if you already suffer with anxiety. 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. Did the nurse ask questions you was expecting? She said well you cant be walking more than 50m then. I told him then it was due to RA, and I had to have him move my chair so I could look straight at him without turning my head as my neck etc were in such abominable pain. Raynauds, Osteo shoulder and Arrithmia. 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. I have Scleroderma, oesophaphagal disfunction (PEG fed) Fybromyalgia, Cerical Spondy.. wotsit! Hi GEMMA, I was also a victim of "thats not what you wrote on the form" question. Because whether it's through their body language or how they respond to your answers - you can often gauge how an . What is the timescale please between receiving the Well it's arrived my letter for a face to face. Explain how you tackle the task/activity that she's asking about. Another benefit one may get along with the PIP or even aside from the PIP, may be the Disability Living Allowance, however, this benefit is soon ending for people aged 16 to 64, and one can keep getting DLA if one is under 16 or one was born on or before 8 April 1948 and has an existing claim.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'psychreel_com-leader-1','ezslot_6',110,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-leader-1-0'); Any individual can continue getting DLA until the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) invites them to apply for PIP and they also do not need to do anything until DWP writes to them about their DLA unless their circumstances change. 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. Don't tell them you drive that will go against you unless you have an adapted car. "Im knackered walking, tired, need to sit down so I can't walk for long". But so many people aren't prepared for the PIP assessment - or the Work Capability Assessment for UC, either. these people REALLY BOIL MY BLOOD. Ive still not heard back from my assessment as yet. I was also going through divorce, and he was too. Unfortunately I dont have a copy . Sweetyb1@ - The DWP argument for PIP is to ensure the most disabled people get it, yet that wasn't the point of DLA. If you do tell them they can - and will - stop it. attatel in reply to Diary 3 years ago On my bad days I dont do house work I dont get dressed or wash my hair . However, the previously mentioned issues with PIP assessments are something that has been an issue for the longest time, and it has been seen in a lot of cases that the health professional who does the assessment is not doing a fair job of it, which naturally affects the level of help someone may be entitled to.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[580,400],'psychreel_com-banner-1','ezslot_5',108,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-banner-1-0'); An improperly done health assessment does not adequately express what problems you face in your daily life due to your disability, including food related issues or mobility. What happens after PIP questionnaire? I received the copy of my report and although some of it I feel is not accurate, he has recommended 14 . Good luck to you and keep trying. Also being confident and taking no nonsense from assessors is important, as is someone to attend the appointment with you. What percentage of PIP assessments are successful. 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. Many thanks again to you all for the info. Hopefully, you kept a copy and can refresh your memory of exactly what was written because you don't want to contradict yourself. I noticed lately many people are doing something that Capita asked if it was allowed to the DWP, but they refused it. Her reply was, I hope that you remember to tell your doctor that as it might help with your treatment. If she takes a lot of the advice that is being offered here ..the first thing the assessor will ask her is how does she get to work and how does she get dressed .if on the day of the assessment she says she can do neither? 1. as being in breach of those terms. Will PIP tell me decision over the phone? Hope I haven't made you too stressed and anxious about it! To view profiles and participate in discussions please. 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. I hope it goes well! It means they can't just assume you can do things as it'll be clear you weren't asked. You must have been given at least 7 days' written notice of the assessment date (unless you agreed to a shorter notice period). 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. 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. 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. 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. Wish you all the best for it, it's a great pity when someone in such a health predicament as yours has to jump through these bl**dy hoops to get the help you so obviously need. Some people get really good and understanding assessors I hope you do. 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. The "courteous and showed a level of sympathy" from an Assessor these days really means nothing, the DWP can easily override anything ATOS or Capita state in an Assessment. Judging people on paper is totally wrong, ignoring doctors reports is criminal. I record all my assessments although mine have been in their own building not at home. Good luck ,try get the words long term across and if applies unlikely to change in the long term and all the long term meds and treatments even ones that did not work in the past ,it helps for a longer award and to try not have to go through the whole process again next year , evidence letters etc does not come into it now ,unless it is new evidence and how it affects you not confirmations of condition they are not interested about that , they will go over your forms on their computer ,you do not know wot they will ask is luck ,good luck hope it goes ok. 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. 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'. I may be proved really wrong but I honestly didnt get the impression she was trying to trip me up/catch me out. In my view it was definitely worth doing, as it avoids the kind of thing J1707 is talking about here. PIP decision timescales in most cases tend to be around 12 weeks, and in most cases, unless there are rare complications in the PIP process, the person gets their PIP in about 12-13 weeks, along with back pay starting the date of their claim. Its tomorrow morning and been changed from video call to telephone call so slightly less nerve racking!! 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. 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. She was horrible. My only point was to be honest.xx. Award rates and Assessment award rates to January 2022. They have not given me a date yet so still on DLA. Go on line and find out how many others have lost or had their PIP lowered. A Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) decision maker will determine if you get Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and at what rate. benefitsandwork.co.uk. However, there's a rigorous assessment process for people . She said sorry about that but the decision will now be 2-4 weeks from the 17th January. and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified Think about her question, how it relates to you and not what you think the answer needs to be to score higher points. So please dont just answer yes/no. The date for my PIP Assessment dropped on the mat, Can you Bellevue my PIP assessor asked me how I got RA. It was supposed to be by video but 10 mins before it was due, I got a call saying that the health professional wasnt available for a video call and that I was to wait for a telephone call to conduct the assessment at some point this afternoon. My personal opinion is that PIP should be based on more on circumstance and how serious your condition has affected you in the past as well as present. Get a list of what you want to tell them which you write using voice text, as you get brain fog. We need to make sure our med are doing their job or whats the point in taking tham. The lady who assessed me wasn't too harsh and typed at break neck speed. 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. Are the My DLA is stopping and I have to apply for PIP. PIP assessment tips before your assessment. You must be aged 16 or over and usually have not reached State Pension age to claim.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'psychreel_com-narrow-sky-1','ezslot_14',120,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-psychreel_com-narrow-sky-1-0'); You must also have a health condition or disability where you: You usually need to have lived in England, Scotland or Wales for at least 2 of the last 3 years, and be in one of these countries when you apply. Thanks for your response. 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 am now waiting again for full mobility as my GP said that I needed it - I have been waiting for about 16 weeks since the Assessor came to visit me so don't give up and bear with it you may get what you need. 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. Most of the HP conclusions are wholly fabricated. Sorry waffling. when I do this again Im going to record my interview and let them know this is my intention. Hi Dee. Making your job a priority. 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. But he had met me about 8 months before when I accompanied my son for his reassessment, changing from DLA to PIP. I and my husband did all of the above because of pride and it went against me. In terms of showering, I told her I need help to steady myself in the shower, my husband does that and cant stand for more than a few mins. 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. 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. 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. It takes about 12 weeks for a PIP decision after text. I really hope you get the best outcome from your assessment. 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. Please note that if you reject them, you may not be able to use all the functionalities of the site. Im driving myself absolutely mad wondering if the DM will remove points. You get the standard rate if you score between eight and 11 points for your daily living needs in the PIP test. To wrap us this PIP feed the words from this song say it all, Some think it's noise, I think it's pretty, And so what if I love each sparkle and each bangle, Why not try to see things from a different angle, I am, I am, strong (well maybe change this one), Your obviously feeling a wee bit better this morning , Hidden trying to locate my sense of humour as I lost it this week with the rest of my body. Clients have stated that the assessors were not doing well in the assessment where they lacked the ability to do thorough assessments. So, at the moment that seems to be all going ahead! 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. The assessor didn't like it, but I got the PIP. Today (18/1) called for a copy of my assessment but she said they advised not to send it as decisions are often different. 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. You automatically qualify for the enhanced rate of the daily living component if you are terminally ill. 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. 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. I did a wry laugh at that one! She said we only received my report yesterday. She needs to tell it how it is not how others say it is. After you have applied for PIP or ESA, DWP will assess your claim. Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them. Information I post is for England unless otherwise stated. Problems with PIP usually happen with the PIP assessment, which is done by independent contractors that work with the government to help assess the disability of the individuals. So I had a telephone assessment for a change of circumstances on the 13th of February. If you're currently claiming SSP from your employer than you can't claim this at the same time. You can accompany your boyfriend in the assessment. 1. 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!) 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. Also, have as much evidence as you can, hospital letters and any other supporting paperwork , from work perhaps ? xx. A bit stupid really, when I need 3 aids to get in and out of our car which is on the Motability Scheme, gawd knows what will happen without a car, 2-3 outpatient appointments a week is not easy to get to without a car! There are many losing out on support because they fail to get 1 or 2 points, which are absoutely unbelievable. I found this quite challenging as she wanted to know exactly how long things take and with me its so variable. Fingers crossed youll get a swift reply. They give you positive affirmation. I do not have issues with mobility but suffer with chronic fatigue and pain due to my illness and am signed off work for the foreseeable. You can report your health condition when claiming and send in fit notes from your GP. Registered number: 10004395 Registered office: Fulford Grange, Micklefield Lane, Rawdon, Leeds, LS19 6BA. 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. Rules may be different in other parts of UK. Get Personal Independence Payment (PIP) documents 3. Go through the assessment and do your own report based on the discrepancies in the assessment. Making out to be worse than you are is fraudulent. 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. Your Interview Ran Longer Than Scheduled. My husband and I cleaned the house it went against us.