Thank you for an excellent, informative video - as always. I followed the information and advice in your videos relating to applying for PIP and received confirmation, today, that I have been awarded PIP at standard rate for both ‘daily living’ and ‘mobility’. Many thanks and please keep up the good work.
@@StuartMcGoo Heillo Stuart, I am applying for PIP, though your information was 2yrs ago, as dated. Can you help me with some advice? what is the best way to get hold of you ? Thank you Sharika
Now you make an impact to people that need help. Please keep this level of reporting going Stuart. (I can only imagine this is not easy. I couldn't do what you do) 👏👏👏
I've got Bipolar 1 and they awarded me 2 points at the appeal tribunal. I even had legal representation from the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund (I was in the RAF for 6 years). They don't take seriously mental health at all. They think once you've got your meds, you're cured. Sorry to be a bit negative, but that's my experience...
They never had taken mental health seriously. It was always " can you lift a box". If a illness can't be seen and its diagnosed then firstly that person needs to get a diagnosis to even be heard. Everyone will be fucked under the new system accept for psychotic disorders or people with extensive years of solid evidence. You have to expect to have to go to a tribunal. They are simply saying no no no to save money. Good luck you will need it.
You have to look at the impact this has on your everyday living. Depression for example fatigue everyday everyday which may limit your ability to get out of bed
My friend has bipolar and got awarded enhanced daily and mobility a few months ago. I also have bipolar psychosis and waiting for the pip form to arrive. Just seems so hit or miss for so many people. I’m just nervous about this whole process.
When I applied for pip, I made sure I had evidence and support .from the get go (it is so essential to have someone there backing you, support worker or your parents/siblings) in terms evidence (make sure...if you have ASD a written document and other historical documents mentioning your long term condition) I have ASD, anxiety and depression. I went through it and expected the whole process to be hell (sigh), turns out it went alright for me, the nurse that assessed me was amazing, she was patient and understanding, I'm guessing she wrote a good report on me based on my strong foundation of evidence and backing from my Dr and family and support I used to receive when I was in school way back (I'm 29M) and yes I kept that school document with me for decades (I never knew it would help me so much). In the end DWP sent me a message saying I've been rewarded pip and shall be sent a letter in 2 weeks.
Believe me when I tell you that all of that evidence goes Otomi th window when they decide to reassess your claim. I have a physical disability and will never get better, but the still tried to take it away from me! Took a tribunal 10 minutes to award it back to me though. It’s improving in Scotland where I will never have to go through a reassessment ever again.
Pip told me, over the phone, that if nothing has changed I don't really need to do anything (or very little ) with my review form. I had no support with the form anyway. I made a scribbled mess of it (which is indicative of my state of mind) and sent it. Since then, my life has been hell because 1) they received my form in Aug 23 but told me it's still being reviewed. It's now Jan 24 and I've had five months of extra anxiety, followed by anger, round and round, due to the fear of this bloody pip system. 2). Lots more bad stuff has happened due to my mental health since I returned the form (which they do not know about). One of these things is that I was removed from my gp surgery's list (thrown out) BECAUSE OF MY MENTAL HEALTH. The irony. I'm desperate and last october I got in touch with dignitas. Can't take anymore of this shit. Nobody seems to believe me and yet I get persecuted for my nental health all the time.
I claim both PIP and ESA, I've just received a Compliance Interview notice in the post this morning, the way it is worded leaves me feeling like a criminal! My mental health struggles have been ongoing since I was a child, as life goes on I now have physical issues as well. I am currently under my local community mental health team, under my GP and under the Hospital to. Very very nervous about the interview and will have to take diazepam on the day of the interview.
Don’t let these uneducated people who most of aren’t even qualified in the medical field bully or scare you. They ask repetitive questions so you just give repetitive answers stick to your guns ❤
Yes I see what your saying I am in a similar situation bro and was thinking 🤔 the same About taking a diazepam just to go , when I gets to your stage. However if you could possibly make it there with somebody they would see the problem more clearer. Although uncomfortable 😣 maybe worth showing them the real you and your problem my friend just a suggestion brother 👍🏽
I have my appointment today. And I am concerned. I work, but reduced my hours in 2018 due to arthritis and complex PTSD/ anxiety, depression. There’s so many physical symptoms that come with that! Honestly life has been hell. Somehow I do make it into work but my sick leave is awful, I’m in healthcare. I’m actually moving jobs just to help with my health.
Hope you are feeling better, I'm in a similar situation at over 60, riddled with health issues, spondylosis, arthritis and mental health problems.. still working with the help of painkillers..last year applied for pip after reducing my work hours.. down to 4 day week now.needless to say I was refused pip and have now concluded I will just have to work till I drop..God help us all 🙏
The issue here is your still working. You need to prove how your problem impacts you day to day. If you’re managing to go to work… it’s not that severe. If you tried to go to work but had to leave because of your health that’s acceptable
I would say if you’re managing to work still then you probably won’t get pip. In your situation it seems it would be better off making adjustments in the work place like reduced working hours…
@@pt4005 Yeah I've did all of that. My mental health is much better. However, I do have an autoimmune disorder. Arthritis. Nothing will change that. I am going to the gym a lot which does improve the symptoms and slows down the condition. I was always under the impression that people who worked could get PIP dependent on their circumstances.
My husband got high pip for health and low for mobility a year ago, on hindsight he should’ve appealed the low mobility but he didn’t.. now one year later he’s been advised by citizens advise to reapply to try for high mobility.. got the form yesterday but he has to reapply for the whole lot! .. just so ridiculous
Hello Stuart. Thank you kindly for your videos. I have Agoraphopia with panic attacks which leaves me unable to leave the home. I have applied for PIP. I have sent a detailed report on how the condition affects me. My partner and my daughter have written detailed reports also on how it affects me. I am still waiting to hear from the Mental Health Services for further help but im lead to believe there is a significant waiting list in my area. My GP would like to charge me for a report. I simply cannot afford a penny at the moment. I have sent a FITnote which specifically states the condition on it along with my doctor's name and practice. Do you think i stand any chance at all for help from PIP?
Hi just read your comment I had an assessment done last month for panic attack anixeity and depression and been prescribed propopl and sertraline tablets and I've had a reply saying I carnt claim it you spend nearly 2 hours on the phone mate
My GP told ADP (Scottish PIP) Im housebound with agoraphobia and they do home visits for consultations and blood tests; this was not enough they want something from mental health professionals... we also have a long waiting list.
@Heligany Hello, yes I should have updated. I was refused. The assessor over the phone made a catalogue of errors in his assessment and made false claims which I had seen mentioned by other claimants which I stupidly doubted. Here I am in the process of a tribunal which weighs heavy on my family and my condition which has sent me into a further spiral of peril both health and financial. Truthfully, I am not sure I can survive any longer. I would advise anybody in my condition to avoid it at all costs. Its not worth it, even my UC advisor is dismayed and they dont know what to do with me, they are putting me through the lcwra process to see where that goes, despite assurances, im not holding out much hope.. Decency and humanity has left the building.
I'm so nervous & and anxious. I have my telephone call reassessment at 9 am today..I did not manage to sleep,I don't know what the DWP healthcare is going to be like...I don't know what to expect, really.I can't cope
Very good video and thanks for poating...my brother has applied for pip due to anxiety disorder and agoraphobia, he doesnt see any healhcare professionals as he almost cannot leave home, in your opinion would that be an issue? Also he stopped taking medication a long time ago and currently does not take any as they simply didnt work for him...thanks
Speaking from experience. Unless you have sufficient evidence with your claim, you don't stand a chance. PIP, is bloody hard to get. Can your brother get a letter from his Doctor to clarify his condition. I have multiple health conditions, including diagnosed depression, I was on DLA indefinite award for years, applied for PIP, and didn't get it. It went to appeal and I won. I was awarded it for 3 years, and have just filled in my Review Form. As Stuart has said, you need a lot of evidence. Good luck.
Hi Zafar, it is certainly helpful if you can gather together other evidence. Can your brother put together a daily diary of how his condition affects him? This often helps. Also a letter from someone who supports him, such as yourself, explaining how you have observed how his condition affects him and the support you give could also help. If he has stopped taking medication he should indicate the reason why he has stopped.
Hey Stuart, I suffer from bipolar, complex PTSD, social anxiety,severe depression & arthritis. 3 weeks ago my cpn discharged me because I wasn't willing to take part in group activities & what ever other shit she said. What do I do if I get called up for another assessment for pip? Any advice would be greatly appreciated as I'm shitting myself now im not under my cpn or psych.
Not being under a treatment plan dwith Secondary Care doesn't mean you don't have a treatment plan. If you are discharged from Secondary Care then you will be managed under Primary Care (your GP) so when it comes to providing evidence you should use medical records (which can be requested from GP) or a GP letter. PIP may contact your GP for information about you as well.
@@StuartMcGoo hey, thx mate. I've still got all my diagnosis letters & stuff from my hospital too but it's just the thought of being pulled in again & questioned like I'm a crook. I've been looking for my last pip letter to see when it's due for assessment but God knows what I've done with it. Anyways,thx again for your time & you have yourself a nice day ✌️🏴
The diagnosis of Bob in 07 and the shift from quetiapine to speed addiction 5 years on the streets and have no support system then.... Well man won't be around long you get me
I have my phone assessment today in a few hours time. I have a severe panic disorder, agoraphobia and ptsd, the panic disorder is diagnosed by my doctor and I did have cbt therapy with a wellbeing service not the NHS. Im so anxious even though I don't have face to face PIP assessments (they're all done over the phone because of the agoraphobia) I'm so worried that because I'm so nervous I'll answer some of the questions wrong. The agoraphobia has affected my entire life and I know they'll probably reject my claim and that will make me spiral into a bout of depression..
Apologies for the delay with this. There are no right or wrong answers really. Just tell the truth and if you have and they make the wrong decision then appeal that and seek out support to help you with it.
Wellbeing is a primary service (low to moderate symptoms) get your doctor to refer you for another assessment if the CBT didn't work well for you and try push for secondary help (NHS Community Mental Health Team)
Hi stu. iv just received a text message saying my pip is up for review. since my original claim my anxiety is still managed by the same meds but my asthma has become worse through panic and anxiety attacks so been given both blue and brown inhalers since my original claim as i was made to see an asthma nurse that put me on an extra inhaler and also at the time tablets to help manage my attacks, I also have a autoimmune disease that requires daily meds and i still am unable to go out by myself due to a sexual attack that left me with ptsd . im struggling to move about aswell being out of breath and unable to to walk far still. what new evidence should i report to pip as im already mentally struggling with this
I'm scared stuff about having a complience interview on Wednesday. I'm scared of how I'm going to answer the questions out towards me. I've been on PIP since 2021 and ESA since 2020. I'm currently under the local community mental health team and have an occupational therapist through my local cmht. I'm having to take sleeping tablets to knock me out at night as I am so in edge and worried sick about this interview and that I could lose my benefits.
@@lizjenkin7170 Hu Liz, thankfully everything went ok. I had a really understanding person from the DWP who put my mind at ease which was good and then at the end he said that he was happy to close the case against me.
AT the Newcastle upon Tyne St James Gate PIP assessment office they have a whiteboard in the canteen set out as a league table depicting the leading assessor for DECLINING claims. Some of the worst assessors who often lead the board are those who themselves have a disability their attitude is "If I can work, so can they" According to one assessor there, "We ARE encouraged to decline as many applications as possible EVEN those we can clearly see SHOULD get the award". "This is to see how many bother to pursue their claim further". "What GALLS me the most is that if you state you have a drink and or drug dependency you GET the FULL maximum award AUTOMATICALLY plus a SPECIAL payment to assist them with seeking treatment BUT there is NO follow up to see if this SPECIAL payment is in fact used for the purpose it is issued for" The comments ARE real actual quotes by an assessor
There is a lady there that deliberately lies about what you say to her to downgrade you. She is horrible I hate getting her at my reviews!!! I’m due a review and am going to record it!!!
Get yourself an addiction of Vice. Only has to be on paper, and if they require breathalyzer and/or urine tests, a quick drink beforehand will cover it. It’s a game, to which they a) made it and b) play to win. So play the game they’re playing or lose. I can’t believe I said that, as I have genuine issues, which I’m underpaid going by their standards, but I can’t go through all that again. I have a UC50 form to send, it’s not even fully done and we’ll past deadline. I don’t even know what it’s for, or how it affects me, but the original was done by a charity who helped me, and the jobcentre lost it, so I have to do it myself as the therapy I get can’t help, nor can my doctor. So I have no one, as I’m on a waiting list for farther, long term help. I am also on methadone, as the doctrine was ‘keep them on it forever, in 2014 when I first went on it. But since have turned to abstinence goal doctrine, which I tried, but struggled with my condition, so went back on, at a lower dose. I had a ‘relapse’ in 2014 with an old friend, who developed schizophrenia, and I had money from working with a few months off. So we went crazy. Before that, I went to rehab in 2006, and before that was the last time I had a real habit (using everyday), and I was in my 20’s. So I’ve not had an active addiction for nearly 20 years, yet all the help, especially therapy, is all drug/drink based. I need therapy for addiction and bereavement, and loss of my entire business and life. If I didn’t even take a drink, nevermind drugs, during all that, maybe that’s not the core problem. Not leaving the house and my life slipping away in a sea of despair, I think that’s more the issue. But some want me to go to rehab (at 10’s of thousands of pounds) for up to 6 months, then (again, tens, like, 30-40k per year) 2 years in halfway house. They just label you, and put you in a box, and no amount of evidence can dissuade them from their opinion. My GP is the only one who ‘gets it’, and my benefit agent is ok, but that’s only cos the fit notes keep rolling in. Wonder what she’ll be like if they stopped. Gotta get to rehab to keep the fit notes coming back in, cos even though there’s help for major depression, you’ve been put in the ‘addict/alcohol’ box, so that’s not for you. No wonder the success rate is so poor, as there must be so many receiving the wrong treatments, like me. I can’t be the only one. I’m sick of AA meetings, and talking about how drugs affect my life, cos they don’t, really, not the worst thing affecting me, and hasn’t since 2006 f f s. So frustrating, I’m in complete despair, on top of being obviously mentally ill. I just want some help, that when I payed mu taxes and NI, was promised. Nothing more, nothing less. Ps I may be bipolar as I get times like this when I have energy, but they’re fleeting, and unpredictable, lasting hours to a few days, at most, rarely. My grandmother was ‘manic depressive’, the old term for bipolar, so that increases the chance, as I take after my mother more, temperamentally- neurotic, agreeable, introvert. We differ on the other traits, however, in the OCEAN model, the most widely used and accepted personality trait model. I’m highly open, average conscientiousness, she’s the opposite.
Whatever they tell you anyway they are not medically trained most of them and if they are, you can be sure that they are not experienced in the condition you may have. It's like asking a Football ref to ref a Rugby Game. They aren't interested in medical evidence only how easy it is to manipulate you into saying what they want you to say. Believe me they are good at it! However if you say to them that you are recording the assessment it puts them on the back foot as they know then they are not going to be able to lead you into what they want you to say and they try everything with you to persuade you not to make the recording. Stick to your guns though and be firm about recording it as it is your right to do so . Answer yes or no and never follow with a a...."BUT". They arent interested in "BUT" and just ignore them and anything said after! Remember in the world of the DWP the world is just BLACK and WHITE with no shades of gray!
Hello mate I applied for pip last month and after reading and doing some research I’m expecting to receive 0 points plus probably going to have to wait like 8 more months. I suffer from severe anxiety/depression to the point I dropped out of school in year 10 and have been staying at home ever since with my dad (currently 19) also I’ve never been to see a gp or anything like that because I’m so ashamed/embarrassed to talk about my mental health full stop but yeah my mental health is honestly debilitating I haven’t been out with friends since high school and never worked a minute/had a job in my life! I mentioned all this in my pip application so if I get a 0 is there any point in appealing? Sorry for the spam.
Hi, thanks for getting in touch. I can understand how you are feeling with this. Certainly if you feel the scores you receive are wrong you should appeal the decision. Whilst you may not wish to access NHS services and feel embarrassed of your condition it might be worth considering contacting an organisation like MIND local to you that would be able to offer support and guidance both with your application and with support you may require in future. There is nothing to be ashamed of in asking for help, in fact just by leaving this comment you have shown that you have strength and want to get support to deal with this so I would encourage you to reach out. If you have any further questions I would be happy to talk to you, please drop me line at stu.mcgoo.info@gmail.com
Rizla, I wholeheartedly agree with everything Stu says. You are not helping yourself by not seeking help - think of it as just speaking with someone who has experience of mental health issues - there are many different types out there and they affect everyone differently. Even if you don’t get PIP you might actually get the help you need to get out and about. By the way I’m speaking from experience as I knew I had a problem but didn’t know why nor what it was for over ten years. I refused to seek help and was considering suicide on a daily basis all those years until one day I’d had enough and decided to bite the bullet. It was difficult but I held it together and eventually made the appointment for someone to come to my house to talk to me. From there the correct help was given and I now better understand what was happening in my head. I have since applied and been awarded PIP but without the various expert diagnoses etc on paper, which I submitted as evidence, I doubt my application would have been successful. I hope you find this useful and I wish you all the best. May I suggest you have a look at the website Benefits and Work and I would recommend becoming a member so you get the info needed to correctly complete the Application Form. Take a few months at least to read over and fully understand the criteria of the form and how to respond to each question.
No anxiety and depression isn't bad so stop complaining and if it's actually severe let's talk about it? Cause mine is severe and my depression gives me psychosis I dont cry and complain while I get abused daily 😂😂 and I'm lucky yo have a roof over my head Stop following your thoughts and emotions you weakling
I have just had my assessment and I am awaiting an outcome I have serious depression and anxiety I am on zoplcone and sertralin medication I am under Community mental health team what do you think my outcome should be
I honestly think you will be OK especially having the back up from professionals like I have please let me know how you got on try not to worry n certainly good luck sweetheart xx
If you refused to take ssri 'medications', due to not wanting the zombie deal,weren't able to access mental health facilities due to 2 to 3 year waiting lists and have a degenerative spinal disc issue say with chronic pain ever present leading to suicidal ideation how would PIP factor this conundrum into the mix I'm wondering ? This is my personal situation and l can't even get 'limited-capability for work' status.I tried with PIP but realised they were catering for seriously compromised folks but i got the same,phone assessment,sureal daleky conversation with a DWP operative as with PIP and a rejection at the end.No luck with the (telephone) DWP tribunal.How does starving for a couple of weeks a month aid in trying to strengthen a person back into the workplace l wonder ? Standard UC is clearly designed to starve a claimant back to work because they deem there's always some type of work you can do and you're clearly able to....lift hands above the head and dress yourself so crack on seems their MO.
thanks Stuart for your video. I have just received my pip review paper form today and i have been in receipt of pip for 5 years. I am not under the psychiatrist anymore ,, i dont have appointments with him anymore but i do have my diagnoses and am still on high levels of medication. I am just worried if i will still be eligible for pip because i am no longer seeing the psychiatrist though his last care plan for me was to up my dosage on the sertraline and advised i do cbt . I didnt do the cbt becasue i have had issues with that before. So i am not in any primary care atm which is worrying for my pip claim. My family help me all the time and that is the help i receive. How am i going to word all of this in the review papers.I still am very unwell alot of the time . Any advice ?? Thanks
Tina, same with me. Saw psychtist for 13 years. Getting benefits is how your mental health affects your ability to do day to day tasks. Doesn't matter if you see a psychiatrist.
In most circumstances, they should give you a copy of your personal information free of charge. However, an organisation can charge a reasonable fee to cover their administrative costs - if they think your request is ‘manifestly unfounded or excessive’. They can also charge a fee if you ask for further copies of your information following a request. If an organisation can charge a fee, the one-month time limit does not begin until they have received the fee. The above was taken from the ICO website - they cannot charge a fee for a reasonable subject access request. You can dispute a fee you feel does not meet the criteria with the organisation firstly and then the ICO if not satisifed.
Hi I have acute psychosis condition I have been rejected for pip about 2 years ago I never took it further. I've been advised to go back in for it and take it to a court if turned down can someone help with advice
Hi stu my 3 years are nearly up I was turned down for pip 3 years ago this was during covid and I had a court hearing over the phone where I was given pip my mental health and other things have deteriorated a lot I am worried that the same thing will happen again and I have to take it to tribunal again which makes me feel really anxious can you give me any advice please
Hi, if you are filling in a review form I would go in to more detail where you can and get support with filling in the form as it may be that you weren't awarded points you should have been on your first application. If you are sent a review form it is usual for there to be a 6 month period to get the form completed and most services that would support you with this local to you will not have waiting lists that long so you will have plenty of time. Use a copy of your previous form to guide you (or the person supporting you). If you do not have a copy you can request a copy be sent to you by calling the helpline number at the top of your PIP award letter.
@@StuartMcGoo I've received a review form today (dated 6th of December) and have been told it must be returned by the 6th. I'm extremely worried as no one is available to help me due to the bank holidays and christmas. Do they normally grant extensions for these?
If that is all you have then try to get hold of print outs of medical records from your GP or even a supporting letter from your GP or any other clinician involved in your treatment. Be aware some GPs can charge for letters, but not for print outs of medical records.
What do I do if I'm still waiting to see a psychiatrist I've been refered by gp as suffered for years and only just realised I could possibly get pip. I have a letter from doctor and some documentation from when I was sectioned in 2015 to show the history of my illness
All of that will help your claim and also inform them of the fact you are on a waiting list. If you should be seen by the Psychiatrist while the assessment is proceeding, even if you have already sent in your form, do send in any further reports you may get from them.
@@StuartMcGoo thank you I have sent letter from doc which states I have been refered so I spose that's a big help and also historic proof via my NHS records
@@StuartMcGoo I honestly don't know know how they show be allowed to assess ppl after a doctor or professional has said what's going on.. The are not doctors
Hello guys l have long time disable shoulder dislocate and the doctors can not amended. I appy for PIP. The dont want to give becouse my score is 6 in the are letters please can you help me?
If you feel the score is wrong you should as for Mandatory Reconsideration and explain all the areas where it was wrong. Also find support from a local disability advice service to help you with this process if possible
If you have that diagnosed you will be able to get supporting medical information from your GP in the form of medical records if nothing else. Also information about what medication you take etc will help too. Seek out support from a local mental health/disability advice service with filling in the form.
I have autism and anxiety, I go to a school for only people with EHCP, Im 16 looking at getting pip as it would help me alot as I don't have a job yet, what can I do to give me the best chance of them saying yes.
Yes, I have schizoaffective disorder (psychosis and depression) and I get enhanced care and enhanced mobility (due to being unable to go out alone and find it difficult mixing with others) my partner/carer filled in my form and I didn't have to go to an assessment luckily (the form with evidence was enough) and I've recently got my award
@@NuttyEllaLovesNutella hi did you not have to have phonecall or anything i have adhd and severe anxiety and nervous for phone call my hospital worker wrote it out with all information in it
@@chrissylee2359 no I didn't have a phonecall or medical assessment...s nurse from the DWP rang my cpn and my partner and that was enough...Ive only just got my award (applied in October) and I got over £3000 back pay with my award ...Good luck with your claim 👍
Stu or anyone here help me. I’ve come off my section but I still need help my diagnosis is borderline personality disorder and severe anxiety and depression self harm eating problems. I’m a prisoner in my forever home. I only get support from friends to help me shopping , finances etc. but I got moved from enhanced to standard. What can I do ?
@@StuartMcGoo thank you Stu. I have done that but they still on me on standard. I’ve letters from doctor and some other professionals but feel I’m not listened too. I was on enhancement.
Hi i have scheuermanns disease and also a left sided disc protrusion compression on the s1 root witth mri scan and also i suffer with depression and anxiety for both i take medication i have been waiting since February what are the chances they approve thanks
I'm sorry to hear you have been kept waiting for so long. It is difficult for me to say what your chances are based on your medical conditions only. It will very much depend on what is written in the form and your telephone/face-to-face assessment, and even then many people are turned down when they are eligible. If that turns out to be the case and you feel you should have been awarded the benefit you must request Mandatory Reconsideration and then appeal if necessary. I recommend finding local support to help you with this, such as Citizen's Advice Bureau
Best to send it in the same envelope if you have them, though you can send them afterwards if you wish, but make sure to write your National Insurance number on any sheets you send.
how long does it take from applying to getting a decision, its been around 12 weeks since i 1st applied and iv only received the letter saying they have received my form thankyou
The time scales are set so that people should get a decision within 3 months of their application. This does not include time for Mandatory Reconsideration or Appeals (appeal dates are set by the Tribunals service and are defined by how many people are lined up for an appeal at any given time, which as rule is a lot). Currently the DWP are reporting longer waiting times due to "high demand" so generally speaking people are not getting a decision within 3 months unless it is a very simple case, often it runs up to 6 months now.
Hi I know it's really short notice I have my phone assesment tomorrow and I'm really anxious - could I drop you an email? if not no worries I know it's short notice. thanks :)
Hi, yes unfortunately I'm not able to respond as quickly as that so my apologies there, but feel free to drop me an email if there is anything you need to discuss following the assessment. stu.mcgoo.info@gmail.com
Hi Stu I Recently Sent my pip review form bk 2 days before closing date i sent it by first class stamp but dwp sent me letter bk to me saying i sent form bk to late so they cancel my award for pip what can i do ? Appriciate your reply thanks Riche .
Plase do not protect and pardon the NHS !!!! They are well paid and work only in warm and clean environments, therefore they should stop complaining. If they don't like to work under pressure, they should quit and leave their jobs to competent people. Simple as ......
You can certainly make the case on that basis, but provide as much evidence as possible as to how the condition is affecting you and the diagnosis process you are going through.
I’m on enhanced rate pip I have severe depression anxiety and bipolar as well as adhd what ever the dr could pin on you name I have it I’m under the hospital and mental health teams that all try to pin everything on me too I can’t get on public transport or taxis or anything I can’t walk or be around large groups I have a large family that I only see one at a time PIP MADE ME GO IN MIDDLE OF CITY CENTRE to be assessed in person at a interview which made me feel really uneasy and stressed I got there they then said you have to wait up to 80 mins in very close proximity to people in middle of summer no windows open I said I have to open a window they said no I said open it now or get me seen now because I can’t be here soon had me seen and out I think it’s very very sad that on the phone call there is no option that people who are genuine and don’t normally leave there house for anything can have a video call or just a call I think it’s so sad the way the system works and how cruel the world and people init are I wake up some days I want to end my life some days I have plans to go out but then physically an mentally can’t every day and night I think of dying and death and sometimes I think I just want a normal life I wish I had that voice in my head I wish I could be normal and part of somthing
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Thank you for sharing this I am a disability support worker mainly DLA Autism and PIP especially mental health. Thank you
Thank you for an excellent, informative video - as always.
I followed the information and advice in your videos relating to applying for PIP and received confirmation, today, that I have been awarded PIP at standard rate for both ‘daily living’ and ‘mobility’. Many thanks and please keep up the good work.
Stu advised me on my application for mobility for my son. We now receive payments every 4 weeks for DLA. :)
Great to hear! Glad the information was helpful.
@@StuartMcGoo Heillo Stuart, I am applying for PIP, though your information was 2yrs ago, as dated. Can you help me with some advice? what is the best way to get hold of you ? Thank you Sharika
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. You have helped me more than you know. Take care.
Now you make an impact to people that need help. Please keep this level of reporting going Stuart. (I can only imagine this is not easy. I couldn't do what you do) 👏👏👏
I've got Bipolar 1 and they awarded me 2 points at the appeal tribunal. I even had legal representation from the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund (I was in the RAF for 6 years). They don't take seriously mental health at all. They think once you've got your meds, you're cured. Sorry to be a bit negative, but that's my experience...
They never had taken mental health seriously. It was always " can you lift a box". If a illness can't be seen and its diagnosed then firstly that person needs to get a diagnosis to even be heard. Everyone will be fucked under the new system accept for psychotic disorders or people with extensive years of solid evidence. You have to expect to have to go to a tribunal. They are simply saying no no no to save money. Good luck you will need it.
You have to look at the impact this has on your everyday living.
Depression for example fatigue everyday everyday which may limit your ability to get out of bed
I agree
My friend has bipolar and got awarded enhanced daily and mobility a few months ago. I also have bipolar psychosis and waiting for the pip form to arrive. Just seems so hit or miss for so many people. I’m just nervous about this whole process.
When I applied for pip, I made sure I had evidence and support .from the get go (it is so essential to have someone there backing you, support worker or your parents/siblings) in terms evidence (make sure...if you have ASD a written document and other historical documents mentioning your long term condition) I have ASD, anxiety and depression. I went through it and expected the whole process to be hell (sigh), turns out it went alright for me, the nurse that assessed me was amazing, she was patient and understanding, I'm guessing she wrote a good report on me based on my strong foundation of evidence and backing from my Dr and family and support I used to receive when I was in school way back (I'm 29M) and yes I kept that school document with me for decades (I never knew it would help me so much).
In the end DWP sent me a message saying I've been rewarded pip and shall be sent a letter in 2 weeks.
Believe me when I tell you that all of that evidence goes Otomi th window when they decide to reassess your claim. I have a physical disability and will never get better, but the still tried to take it away from me! Took a tribunal 10 minutes to award it back to me though. It’s improving in Scotland where I will never have to go through a reassessment ever again.
@@Stevie-L-n8galways appeal
Great Advice
Cheers dude!
Brilliant video thank you for sharing
I have bpd eupd I will have written evidence from my nurse occupational therapist they said I was unfit to work
Pip told me, over the phone, that if nothing has changed I don't really need to do anything (or very little ) with my review form. I had no support with the form anyway. I made a scribbled mess of it (which is indicative of my state of mind) and sent it. Since then, my life has been hell because 1) they received my form in Aug 23 but told me it's still being reviewed. It's now Jan 24 and I've had five months of extra anxiety, followed by anger, round and round, due to the fear of this bloody pip system.
2). Lots more bad stuff has happened due to my mental health since I returned the form (which they do not know about). One of these things is that I was removed from my gp surgery's list (thrown out) BECAUSE OF MY MENTAL HEALTH. The irony. I'm desperate and last october I got in touch with dignitas. Can't take anymore of this shit. Nobody seems to believe me and yet I get persecuted for my nental health all the time.
I claim both PIP and ESA, I've just received a Compliance Interview notice in the post this morning, the way it is worded leaves me feeling like a criminal! My mental health struggles have been ongoing since I was a child, as life goes on I now have physical issues as well. I am currently under my local community mental health team, under my GP and under the Hospital to. Very very nervous about the interview and will have to take diazepam on the day of the interview.
How did it go? What they say?
Don’t let these uneducated people who most of aren’t even qualified in the medical field bully or scare you. They ask repetitive questions so you just give repetitive answers stick to your guns ❤
Oh ‘ watch that diazepam bro , that stuff is the worst , worse than opioids
I agree
Yes I see what your saying I am in a similar situation bro and was thinking 🤔 the same
About taking a diazepam just to go , when I gets to your stage.
However if you could possibly make it there with somebody they would see the problem more clearer.
Although uncomfortable 😣 maybe worth showing them the real you and your problem my friend just a suggestion brother 👍🏽
I have my appointment today. And I am concerned. I work, but reduced my hours in 2018 due to arthritis and complex PTSD/ anxiety, depression. There’s so many physical symptoms that come with that! Honestly life has been hell. Somehow I do make it into work but my sick leave is awful, I’m in healthcare. I’m actually moving jobs just to help with my health.
Hope you are feeling better, I'm in a similar situation at over 60, riddled with health issues, spondylosis, arthritis and mental health problems.. still working with the help of painkillers..last year applied for pip after reducing my work hours.. down to 4 day week now.needless to say I was refused pip and have now concluded I will just have to work till I drop..God help us all 🙏
The issue here is your still working. You need to prove how your problem impacts you day to day. If you’re managing to go to work… it’s not that severe. If you tried to go to work but had to leave because of your health that’s acceptable
I would say if you’re managing to work still then you probably won’t get pip. In your situation it seems it would be better off making adjustments in the work place like reduced working hours…
@@pt4005 Yeah I've did all of that. My mental health is much better. However, I do have an autoimmune disorder. Arthritis. Nothing will change that. I am going to the gym a lot which does improve the symptoms and slows down the condition. I was always under the impression that people who worked could get PIP dependent on their circumstances.
@@pt4005but you couldn't live on PIP alone it's not that much
my adhd ass just focussed on the monotron and went to research buying one while zoning out from listening to you ahahahah
after the appeal, the judges require formal complaint for negligence and causing unnecessary appel
thanks great info
Glad it was helpful!
My husband got high pip for health and low for mobility a year ago, on hindsight he should’ve appealed the low mobility but he didn’t.. now one year later he’s been advised by citizens advise to reapply to try for high mobility.. got the form yesterday but he has to reapply for the whole lot! .. just so ridiculous
He could also lose the whole lot as well
Hello Stuart. Thank you kindly for your videos. I have Agoraphopia with panic attacks which leaves me unable to leave the home. I have applied for PIP. I have sent a detailed report on how the condition affects me. My partner and my daughter have written detailed reports also on how it affects me. I am still waiting to hear from the Mental Health Services for further help but im lead to believe there is a significant waiting list in my area. My GP would like to charge me for a report. I simply cannot afford a penny at the moment. I have sent a FITnote which specifically states the condition on it along with my doctor's name and practice. Do you think i stand any chance at all for help from PIP?
Hi just read your comment I had an assessment done last month for panic attack anixeity and depression and been prescribed propopl and sertraline tablets and I've had a reply saying I carnt claim it you spend nearly 2 hours on the phone mate
@@pauljones9526i’ve got mine in a few weeks. How come they just outright seem to refuse everyone? i’m proper nervous about the phone assessment
My GP told ADP (Scottish PIP) Im housebound with agoraphobia and they do home visits for consultations and blood tests; this was not enough they want something from mental health professionals... we also have a long waiting list.
@Heligany Hello, yes I should have updated. I was refused. The assessor over the phone made a catalogue of errors in his assessment and made false claims which I had seen mentioned by other claimants which I stupidly doubted. Here I am in the process of a tribunal which weighs heavy on my family and my condition which has sent me into a further spiral of peril both health and financial. Truthfully, I am not sure I can survive any longer. I would advise anybody in my condition to avoid it at all costs. Its not worth it, even my UC advisor is dismayed and they dont know what to do with me, they are putting me through the lcwra process to see where that goes, despite assurances, im not holding out much hope.. Decency and humanity has left the building.
I'm so nervous & and anxious. I have my telephone call reassessment at 9 am today..I did not manage to sleep,I don't know what the DWP healthcare is going to be like...I don't know what to expect, really.I can't cope
Very good video and thanks for poating...my brother has applied for pip due to anxiety disorder and agoraphobia, he doesnt see any healhcare professionals as he almost cannot leave home, in your opinion would that be an issue? Also he stopped taking medication a long time ago and currently does not take any as they simply didnt work for him...thanks
Speaking from experience. Unless you have sufficient evidence with your claim, you don't stand a chance. PIP, is bloody hard to get. Can your brother get a letter from his Doctor to clarify his condition. I have multiple health conditions, including diagnosed depression, I was on DLA indefinite award for years, applied for PIP, and didn't get it. It went to appeal and I won. I was awarded it for 3 years, and have just filled in my Review Form. As Stuart has said, you need a lot of evidence. Good luck.
Hi Zafar, it is certainly helpful if you can gather together other evidence. Can your brother put together a daily diary of how his condition affects him? This often helps. Also a letter from someone who supports him, such as yourself, explaining how you have observed how his condition affects him and the support you give could also help. If he has stopped taking medication he should indicate the reason why he has stopped.
This is very helpful thank you very much
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Hey Stuart, I suffer from bipolar, complex PTSD, social anxiety,severe depression & arthritis.
3 weeks ago my cpn discharged me because I wasn't willing to take part in group activities & what ever other shit she said. What do I do if I get called up for another assessment for pip? Any advice would be greatly appreciated as I'm shitting myself now im not under my cpn or psych.
Not being under a treatment plan dwith Secondary Care doesn't mean you don't have a treatment plan. If you are discharged from Secondary Care then you will be managed under Primary Care (your GP) so when it comes to providing evidence you should use medical records (which can be requested from GP) or a GP letter. PIP may contact your GP for information about you as well.
@@StuartMcGoo hey, thx mate. I've still got all my diagnosis letters & stuff from my hospital too but it's just the thought of being pulled in again & questioned like I'm a crook. I've been looking for my last pip letter to see when it's due for assessment but God knows what I've done with it.
Anyways,thx again for your time & you have yourself a nice day ✌️🏴
I've got cpstd and group activities with people I don't know would stress me out so I probably wouldn't go either
The diagnosis of Bob in 07 and the shift from quetiapine to speed addiction 5 years on the streets and have no support system then.... Well man won't be around long you get me
I get you
Hi I've sent my renewal forms back an been told they are with a case manager can pls tell me what will happen now thank you
I have my phone assessment today in a few hours time. I have a severe panic disorder, agoraphobia and ptsd, the panic disorder is diagnosed by my doctor and I did have cbt therapy with a wellbeing service not the NHS. Im so anxious even though I don't have face to face PIP assessments (they're all done over the phone because of the agoraphobia) I'm so worried that because I'm so nervous I'll answer some of the questions wrong. The agoraphobia has affected my entire life and I know they'll probably reject my claim and that will make me spiral into a bout of depression..
how u get on
Apologies for the delay with this. There are no right or wrong answers really. Just tell the truth and if you have and they make the wrong decision then appeal that and seek out support to help you with it.
Wellbeing is a primary service (low to moderate symptoms) get your doctor to refer you for another assessment if the CBT didn't work well for you and try push for secondary help (NHS Community Mental Health Team)
Hi stu. iv just received a text message saying my pip is up for review. since my original claim my anxiety is still managed by the same meds but my asthma has become worse through panic and anxiety attacks so been given both blue and brown inhalers since my original claim as i was made to see an asthma nurse that put me on an extra inhaler and also at the time tablets to help manage my attacks, I also have a autoimmune disease that requires daily meds and i still am unable to go out by myself due to a sexual attack that left me with ptsd . im struggling to move about aswell being out of breath and unable to to walk far still. what new evidence should i report to pip as im already mentally struggling with this
I'm scared stuff about having a complience interview on Wednesday. I'm scared of how I'm going to answer the questions out towards me. I've been on PIP since 2021 and ESA since 2020. I'm currently under the local community mental health team and have an occupational therapist through my local cmht. I'm having to take sleeping tablets to knock me out at night as I am so in edge and worried sick about this interview and that I could lose my benefits.
How did it go? I hope you're doing well, and that it went smoothly for you.
@@lizjenkin7170 Hu Liz, thankfully everything went ok. I had a really understanding person from the DWP who put my mind at ease which was good and then at the end he said that he was happy to close the case against me.
@@Yonner666 I'm glad! :) Uncertainty like that is so horrible, I'm pleased you're able to rest easy now. Thanks for the update!
@@Yonner666Hello Neil what was the compliance interview for and did they ask to see anything financial?
AT the Newcastle upon Tyne St James Gate PIP assessment office they have a whiteboard in the canteen set out as a league table depicting the leading assessor for DECLINING claims. Some of the worst assessors who often lead the board are those who themselves have a disability their attitude is "If I can work, so can they" According to one assessor there, "We ARE encouraged to decline as many applications as possible EVEN those we can clearly see SHOULD get the award". "This is to see how many bother to pursue their claim further". "What GALLS me the most is that if you state you have a drink and or drug dependency you GET the FULL maximum award AUTOMATICALLY plus a SPECIAL payment to assist them with seeking treatment BUT there is NO follow up to see if this SPECIAL payment is in fact used for the purpose it is issued for" The comments ARE real actual quotes by an assessor
There is a lady there that deliberately lies about what you say to her to downgrade you. She is horrible I hate getting her at my reviews!!! I’m due a review and am going to record it!!!
Get yourself an addiction of Vice. Only has to be on paper, and if they require breathalyzer and/or urine tests, a quick drink beforehand will cover it.
It’s a game, to which they a) made it and b) play to win. So play the game they’re playing or lose. I can’t believe I said that, as I have genuine issues, which I’m underpaid going by their standards, but I can’t go through all that again. I have a UC50 form to send, it’s not even fully done and we’ll past deadline. I don’t even know what it’s for, or how it affects me, but the original was done by a charity who helped me, and the jobcentre lost it, so I have to do it myself as the therapy I get can’t help, nor can my doctor.
So I have no one, as I’m on a waiting list for farther, long term help. I am also on methadone, as the doctrine was ‘keep them on it forever, in 2014 when I first went on it. But since have turned to abstinence goal doctrine, which I tried, but struggled with my condition, so went back on, at a lower dose.
I had a ‘relapse’ in 2014 with an old friend, who developed schizophrenia, and I had money from working with a few months off. So we went crazy. Before that, I went to rehab in 2006, and before that was the last time I had a real habit (using everyday), and I was in my 20’s. So I’ve not had an active addiction for nearly 20 years, yet all the help, especially therapy, is all drug/drink based.
I need therapy for addiction and bereavement, and loss of my entire business and life. If I didn’t even take a drink, nevermind drugs, during all that, maybe that’s not the core problem. Not leaving the house and my life slipping away in a sea of despair, I think that’s more the issue. But some want me to go to rehab (at 10’s of thousands of pounds) for up to 6 months, then (again, tens, like, 30-40k per year) 2 years in halfway house.
They just label you, and put you in a box, and no amount of evidence can dissuade them from their opinion. My GP is the only one who ‘gets it’, and my benefit agent is ok, but that’s only cos the fit notes keep rolling in. Wonder what she’ll be like if they stopped. Gotta get to rehab to keep the fit notes coming back in, cos even though there’s help for major depression, you’ve been put in the ‘addict/alcohol’ box, so that’s not for you.
No wonder the success rate is so poor, as there must be so many receiving the wrong treatments, like me. I can’t be the only one. I’m sick of AA meetings, and talking about how drugs affect my life, cos they don’t, really, not the worst thing affecting me, and hasn’t since 2006 f f s.
So frustrating, I’m in complete despair, on top of being obviously mentally ill. I just want some help, that when I payed mu taxes and NI, was promised. Nothing more, nothing less.
Ps I may be bipolar as I get times like this when I have energy, but they’re fleeting, and unpredictable, lasting hours to a few days, at most, rarely. My grandmother was ‘manic depressive’, the old term for bipolar, so that increases the chance, as I take after my mother more, temperamentally- neurotic, agreeable, introvert. We differ on the other traits, however, in the OCEAN model, the most widely used and accepted personality trait model. I’m highly open, average conscientiousness, she’s the opposite.
Whatever they tell you anyway they are not medically trained most of them and if they are, you can be sure that they are not experienced in the condition you may have. It's like asking a Football ref to ref a Rugby Game.
They aren't interested in medical evidence only how easy it is to manipulate you into saying what they want you to say.
Believe me they are good at it! However if you say to them that you are recording the assessment it puts them on the back foot as they know then they are not going to be able to lead you into what they want you to say and they try everything with you to persuade you not to make the recording. Stick to your guns though and be firm about recording it as it is your right to do so . Answer yes or no and never follow with a a...."BUT".
They arent interested in "BUT" and just ignore them and anything said after! Remember in the world of the DWP the world is just BLACK and WHITE with no shades of gray!
What about personality disorder?
How long does it take to get pip form?I'm waiting for 15 days
Hello mate I applied for pip last month and after reading and doing some research I’m expecting to receive 0 points plus probably going to have to wait like 8 more months. I suffer from severe anxiety/depression to the point I dropped out of school in year 10 and have been staying at home ever since with my dad (currently 19) also I’ve never been to see a gp or anything like that because I’m so ashamed/embarrassed to talk about my mental health full stop but yeah my mental health is honestly debilitating I haven’t been out with friends since high school and never worked a minute/had a job in my life! I mentioned all this in my pip application so if I get a 0 is there any point in appealing? Sorry for the spam.
Hi, thanks for getting in touch. I can understand how you are feeling with this. Certainly if you feel the scores you receive are wrong you should appeal the decision. Whilst you may not wish to access NHS services and feel embarrassed of your condition it might be worth considering contacting an organisation like MIND local to you that would be able to offer support and guidance both with your application and with support you may require in future. There is nothing to be ashamed of in asking for help, in fact just by leaving this comment you have shown that you have strength and want to get support to deal with this so I would encourage you to reach out. If you have any further questions I would be happy to talk to you, please drop me line at stu.mcgoo.info@gmail.com
Rizla, I wholeheartedly agree with everything Stu says. You are not helping yourself by not seeking help - think of it as just speaking with someone who has experience of mental health issues - there are many different types out there and they affect everyone differently. Even if you don’t get PIP you might actually get the help you need to get out and about. By the way I’m speaking from experience as I knew I had a problem but didn’t know why nor what it was for over ten years. I refused to seek help and was considering suicide on a daily basis all those years until one day I’d had enough and decided to bite the bullet. It was difficult but I held it together and eventually made the appointment for someone to come to my house to talk to me. From there the correct help was given and I now better understand what was happening in my head. I have since applied and been awarded PIP but without the various expert diagnoses etc on paper, which I submitted as evidence, I doubt my application would have been successful. I hope you find this useful and I wish you all the best. May I suggest you have a look at the website Benefits and Work and I would recommend becoming a member so you get the info needed to correctly complete the Application Form. Take a few months at least to read over and fully understand the criteria of the form and how to respond to each question.
No anxiety and depression isn't bad so stop complaining and if it's actually severe let's talk about it? Cause mine is severe and my depression gives me psychosis
I dont cry and complain while I get abused daily 😂😂 and I'm lucky yo have a roof over my head
Stop following your thoughts and emotions you weakling
Can you advise on paper assessment?
5:30+ Useful Good Advice
How long after being accepted for pip do you recive your backdate money and the 1st pip payment
the payment should be released at the same time as the award letter being sent out
What should you right in the additional information can someone give an example?
Please my video ruclips.net/video/1ZWtOD00Z1g/видео.html
Hi could you include screenshots of helpline support? Could i include private therapy? Thanks
Private therapy: Yes. They tend to treat private as less important than NHS, which is... Grump. Getting NHS MH help is so difficult these days!
5:30+ Useful good advice
I have just had my assessment and I am awaiting an outcome I have serious depression and anxiety I am on zoplcone and sertralin medication I am under Community mental health team what do you think my outcome should be
I honestly think you will be OK especially having the back up from professionals like I have please let me know how you got on try not to worry n certainly good luck sweetheart xx
If you refused to take ssri 'medications', due to not wanting the zombie deal,weren't able to access mental health facilities due to 2 to 3 year waiting lists and have a degenerative spinal disc issue say with chronic pain ever present leading to suicidal ideation how would PIP factor this conundrum into the mix I'm wondering ? This is my personal situation and l can't even get 'limited-capability for work' status.I tried with PIP but realised they were catering for seriously compromised folks but i got the same,phone assessment,sureal daleky conversation with a DWP operative as with PIP and a rejection at the end.No luck with the (telephone) DWP tribunal.How does starving for a couple of weeks a month aid in trying to strengthen a person back into the workplace l wonder ?
Standard UC is clearly designed to starve a claimant back to work because they deem there's always some type of work you can do and you're clearly able to....lift hands above the head and dress yourself so crack on seems their MO.
Did you ask for mandatory reconsideration with capability
thanks Stuart for your video. I have just received my pip review paper form today and i have been in receipt of pip for 5 years. I am not under the psychiatrist anymore ,, i dont have appointments with him anymore but i do have my diagnoses and am still on high levels of medication. I am just worried if i will still be eligible for pip because i am no longer seeing the psychiatrist though his last care plan for me was to up my dosage on the sertraline and advised i do cbt . I didnt do the cbt becasue i have had issues with that before. So i am not in any primary care atm which is worrying for my pip claim. My family help me all the time and that is the help i receive. How am i going to word all of this in the review papers.I still am very unwell alot of the time . Any advice ?? Thanks
Tina, same with me. Saw psychtist for 13 years. Getting benefits is how your mental health affects your ability to do day to day tasks. Doesn't matter if you see a psychiatrist.
How did you get on?
What about Covering Depression and Anxiaty they are Mental Health issuses too, ?
Yes, for sure - Have a look at Charlie Anderson she has lots of details on this www.youtube.com/@CharliesJourney
Under GDPR they are allowed to charge sadly....
In most circumstances, they should give you a copy of your personal information free of charge.
However, an organisation can charge a reasonable fee to cover their administrative costs - if they think your request is ‘manifestly unfounded or excessive’.
They can also charge a fee if you ask for further copies of your information following a request.
If an organisation can charge a fee, the one-month time limit does not begin until they have received the fee.
The above was taken from the ICO website - they cannot charge a fee for a reasonable subject access request. You can dispute a fee you feel does not meet the criteria with the organisation firstly and then the ICO if not satisifed.
Hi I have acute psychosis condition I have been rejected for pip about 2 years ago I never took it further. I've been advised to go back in for it and take it to a court if turned down can someone help with advice
Wud it be possible for u to list some organisations that can help with form filling...thanx
try this link to find an organisation locally to you - advicefinder.turn2us.org.uk/
Thankyou
Hi stu my 3 years are nearly up I was turned down for pip 3 years ago this was during covid and I had a court hearing over the phone where I was given pip my mental health and other things have deteriorated a lot I am worried that the same thing will happen again and I have to take it to tribunal again which makes me feel really anxious can you give me any advice please
How did you get on?
Would you recomend putting no change on your re newal forms please.
Hi, if you are filling in a review form I would go in to more detail where you can and get support with filling in the form as it may be that you weren't awarded points you should have been on your first application. If you are sent a review form it is usual for there to be a 6 month period to get the form completed and most services that would support you with this local to you will not have waiting lists that long so you will have plenty of time. Use a copy of your previous form to guide you (or the person supporting you). If you do not have a copy you can request a copy be sent to you by calling the helpline number at the top of your PIP award letter.
Thankyou.
@@StuartMcGoo I've received a review form today (dated 6th of December) and have been told it must be returned by the 6th. I'm extremely worried as no one is available to help me due to the bank holidays and christmas.
Do they normally grant extensions for these?
@@jenjones90 phone and ask for an extension
Do you need to send the sick note that's all I have?
If that is all you have then try to get hold of print outs of medical records from your GP or even a supporting letter from your GP or any other clinician involved in your treatment. Be aware some GPs can charge for letters, but not for print outs of medical records.
What do I do if I'm still waiting to see a psychiatrist I've been refered by gp as suffered for years and only just realised I could possibly get pip. I have a letter from doctor and some documentation from when I was sectioned in 2015 to show the history of my illness
All of that will help your claim and also inform them of the fact you are on a waiting list. If you should be seen by the Psychiatrist while the assessment is proceeding, even if you have already sent in your form, do send in any further reports you may get from them.
@@StuartMcGoo thank you I have sent letter from doc which states I have been refered so I spose that's a big help and also historic proof via my NHS records
@@StuartMcGoo I honestly don't know know how they show be allowed to assess ppl after a doctor or professional has said what's going on.. The are not doctors
Hi Stuart. I’d love to email you so you can civ through my claim if you’re ok with it? Many thanks A x
Hi yes, please drop me a line at stu.mcgoo.info@gmail.com
@@StuartMcGoo What should you right in the additional information can someone give an example
Hi I have a letter of my gp for my parriond schizophrenia will that be anuff evdice for pip
This is good evidence but anything else you can send including any treatment plans, medication from now or in the past will help too.
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Hello guys l have long time disable shoulder dislocate and the doctors can not amended. I appy for PIP. The dont want to give becouse my score is 6 in the are letters please can you help me?
If you feel the score is wrong you should as for Mandatory Reconsideration and explain all the areas where it was wrong. Also find support from a local disability advice service to help you with this process if possible
Hi I am suffering with anxiety and depression but I have no medical information I do I go about claiming pip thank you so much paul
If you have that diagnosed you will be able to get supporting medical information from your GP in the form of medical records if nothing else. Also information about what medication you take etc will help too. Seek out support from a local mental health/disability advice service with filling in the form.
Thank you so much for your reply but I have not gone to the doctors in over 30 years so I have no medical records, thanks again paul
Thanks .
You're welcome!
I have autism and anxiety, I go to a school for only people with EHCP, Im 16 looking at getting pip as it would help me alot as I don't have a job yet, what can I do to give me the best chance of them saying yes.
get support from someone with writing the application, seek out autism charities or support services local to you.
Can one get the mobility rate of pip if he has a long term condition of psychosis
Yes, I have schizoaffective disorder (psychosis and depression) and I get enhanced care and enhanced mobility (due to being unable to go out alone and find it difficult mixing with others) my partner/carer filled in my form and I didn't have to go to an assessment luckily (the form with evidence was enough) and I've recently got my award
@@NuttyEllaLovesNutella hi did you not have to have phonecall or anything i have adhd and severe anxiety and nervous for phone call my hospital worker wrote it out with all information in it
@@chrissylee2359 no I didn't have a phonecall or medical assessment...s nurse from the DWP rang my cpn and my partner and that was enough...Ive only just got my award (applied in October) and I got over £3000 back pay with my award ...Good luck with your claim 👍
@@NuttyEllaLovesNutella thats brilliant hopefully ther will ring my mental health team and will be enough
@@chrissylee2359 hopefully 🤞 think they have changed the way they process applications for MH 👍 I was more shocked I was awarded it for 7 years
Stu or anyone here help me. I’ve come off my section but I still need help my diagnosis is borderline personality disorder and severe anxiety and depression self harm eating problems. I’m a prisoner in my forever home. I only get support from friends to help me shopping , finances etc. but I got moved from enhanced to standard. What can I do ?
You need to do mandatory Reconsideration and appeal possibly. This video should help - ruclips.net/video/k3zVAUKNAww/видео.html
@@StuartMcGoo thank you Stu. I have done that but they still on me on standard. I’ve letters from doctor and some other professionals but feel I’m not listened too. I was on enhancement.
Hi i have scheuermanns disease and also a left sided disc protrusion compression on the s1 root witth mri scan and also i suffer with depression and anxiety for both i take medication i have been waiting since February what are the chances they approve thanks
I'm sorry to hear you have been kept waiting for so long. It is difficult for me to say what your chances are based on your medical conditions only. It will very much depend on what is written in the form and your telephone/face-to-face assessment, and even then many people are turned down when they are eligible. If that turns out to be the case and you feel you should have been awarded the benefit you must request Mandatory Reconsideration and then appeal if necessary. I recommend finding local support to help you with this, such as Citizen's Advice Bureau
@@StuartMcGoo thanks for the advice much appreciated take care
Hi Stu if I want to send hospital letters with my pip form do you send them all together in the envelope provided or separate thanks 😊
Best to send it in the same envelope if you have them, though you can send them afterwards if you wish, but make sure to write your National Insurance number on any sheets you send.
And send copies only of your letters
I have passed every assessment and not due till 2028 for renewal and on esa will this change ,
It should not, but a week is a long time in politics.
@@StuartMcGoo or in the case of the disabled we are easy targets to them , thank you for your response keep up the great work it helps a lot of people
What if my disease is causing me to have anxity and mental health issues
it would need to be demonstrated with reasoned argument and evidence
how long does it take from applying to getting a decision, its been around 12 weeks since i 1st applied and iv only received the letter saying they have received my form thankyou
I'm waiting on a tribunal date. I'm currently at 10 months since I first applied.
The time scales are set so that people should get a decision within 3 months of their application. This does not include time for Mandatory Reconsideration or Appeals (appeal dates are set by the Tribunals service and are defined by how many people are lined up for an appeal at any given time, which as rule is a lot). Currently the DWP are reporting longer waiting times due to "high demand" so generally speaking people are not getting a decision within 3 months unless it is a very simple case, often it runs up to 6 months now.
Hi I know it's really short notice I have my phone assesment tomorrow and I'm really anxious - could I drop you an email? if not no worries I know it's short notice. thanks :)
Hi, yes unfortunately I'm not able to respond as quickly as that so my apologies there, but feel free to drop me an email if there is anything you need to discuss following the assessment. stu.mcgoo.info@gmail.com
Hi Stu I Recently Sent my pip review form bk 2 days before closing date i sent it by first class stamp but dwp sent me letter bk to me saying i sent form bk to late so they cancel my award for pip what can i do ? Appriciate your reply thanks Riche .
Plase do not protect and pardon the NHS !!!! They are well paid and work only in warm and clean environments, therefore they should stop complaining. If they don't like to work under pressure, they should quit and leave their jobs to competent people. Simple as ......
Do you need to have an actual diagnosis yet or can you still get it while you are waiting for one while taking medication for several things?
You can certainly make the case on that basis, but provide as much evidence as possible as to how the condition is affecting you and the diagnosis process you are going through.
I’m on enhanced rate pip I have severe depression anxiety and bipolar as well as adhd what ever the dr could pin on you name I have it I’m under the hospital and mental health teams that all try to pin everything on me too I can’t get on public transport or taxis or anything I can’t walk or be around large groups I have a large family that I only see one at a time PIP MADE ME GO IN MIDDLE OF CITY CENTRE to be assessed in person at a interview which made me feel really uneasy and stressed I got there they then said you have to wait up to 80 mins in very close proximity to people in middle of summer no windows open I said I have to open a window they said no I said open it now or get me seen now because I can’t be here soon had me seen and out I think it’s very very sad that on the phone call there is no option that people who are genuine and don’t normally leave there house for anything can have a video call or just a call I think it’s so sad the way the system works and how cruel the world and people init are I wake up some days I want to end my life some days I have plans to go out but then physically an mentally can’t every day and night I think of dying and death and sometimes I think I just want a normal life I wish I had that voice in my head I wish I could be normal and part of somthing
Look into islam bro it will give you peace of heart and mind mind I have similar condition to you
I'm exactly the same as you try n stay strong sweetheart xx
What was the outcome? Did they award you the same? My sister is the same we have a face to face assessment in the middle of town on Monday Birmingham