This report will allow you to prepare for an MR (PIP Mandatory Reconsideration) as you can see exactly what the assessor has written down and how they've recommended you be scored. Those who were awarded PIP were more likely to favour. Registered office: 8-10 Queen Street, Seaton, Devon EX12 2NY, United Kingdom. In fact she sought greater clarification on areas that I played down, for example right knee requiring surgery I mentioned it briefly and sent in the letters/reports as it does affect my walking. Without realising it at the time there were some questions that linked back to earlier ones. Just going to wait and see and then go from there. For now my feet are up and I am being waited on hand and foot. Make sure you tell the assessor everything you want them to know about your condition and do not tell them about any tricks or workarounds you have taught yourself or put in place (without support) to deal with your condition as this may count against you. Please also note that you should only talk about your health issues to them regarding your worst day/s, nothing else. Hope this helps. Mrs Hinch fans banish 'stubborn' black mould from washing machines with one method. This can be hard to do, but it will really help if you can talk about: the kind of things you have difficulty with, or cant do at all - for example, walking up steps without help or remembering to go to appointments, how your condition affects you from day to day, what a bad day is like for you - for example, On a bad day, I cant walk at all because my injured leg hurts so much or On a bad day, Im so depressed I cant concentrate on anything. My assessment lasted 6 minutes. Yes my apologies , standard daily care and low mobility pip award since 2016. They are looking for consistency across what you have written in the PIP questions and in the telephone assessment. Please note that if you reject them, you may not be able to use all the functionalities of the site. Anti-abortion group reveals disturbing plans to 'brick up' Glasgow clinic. I am second guessing the process and feeling that that is how a telephone assessment will feel. Preparing for a PIP telephone assessment could help reduce stress or anxiety about the interview, Take your time on the phonecall, ask for questions to be repeated, clarified or explained in more detail if you need to. Good luck !!! This should help get you out of the WCA group. I had a good crack, well with some great tips from yourself. Successful new claims for Pension Credit may also qualify for the 900 cost of living payment. In total, 45 per cent of claimants said they would prefer telephone and 42 per cent face-to-face. Always remember anyone can post on the MSE forums, so it can be very different from our opinion. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Something went wrong, please try again later. In my experience, normally there are a few general questions about your illnesses etc and then about your house, who lives with you etc. Does the fact you have received a letter means your awaiting your telephone assessment? Some of them are essential for the operation of the site, while others help us to improve this site and the user experience (tracking cookies). Amazon Fire TV Stick users may soon start seeing a warning message when trying to side-load dodgy unofficial apps. Forgot your username? Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked. Hi Gail. I suspect they are viewing on a screen the form you submitted. I have received a letter from Capita today, it states that the assessment will be carried out over the phone. Body of woman found on Aberdeenshire beach as police launch investigation into death. When asked at the end if I had any questions, I asked her if she had read through all my evidence it was clear she had but I wanted to hear her confirm so, which she did. Etc, Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems. As new '23' number plates are being released, motorists have been reminded of the risks of altering them. I could hear her typing away. GCCK 17 August 2022 17:12 #4 It does seem as though they are trying to make an assessment with one arm tied behind their back, by doing it in an audio-only phone call. Do I feel optimistic, no not really. Yes, just be honest and say it as it is. However, if you have referenced other supporting documents in your form (as we discussed), make sure they go and look at them and pause to give them time to check. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Is either standard care or enhanced care and same for mobility. It is a good idea to have a copy of your PIP claim form with you for telephone assessment, that way you can refer back to it. Tragic hillwalker and dog who plunged 100ft in Glencoe to have ashes scattered together. Hello Matey, I can feel your exhaustion as I read your post. . Don't worry you will be fine xx, Thankyou very much for your reply I feel alot more at ease much appreciated thankyou . I have applied for pip this year for the first time for a chronic physical condition. Hopefully you will be "lucky" and be awarded a rate. May 7, 2021. My OH had a telephone assessment for PIP renewal in December, much to our surprise, it took about 10 mins and the DM told here at the end of the call that PIP would be awarded for another two years at the same rate. People on Carer's Allowance urged to share experiences to help design new payment starting this year. Said it would be 8 weeks before I heard anything. Standard and enhanced. I had a phone call today saying due to covid all assessments were by phone. Always try to explain how doing something would make you feel afterwards and the impact it can have on you if you had to do it repeatedly in a short period of time. Privacy Policy. Babyroobs is right they are turning down more than they award at the moment so just be prepared to make a mandatory reconsideration. 208.113.197.86 Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Do note, while we always aim to give you accurate product info at the point of publication, unfortunately price and terms of products and deals can always be changed by the provider afterwards, so double check first. Forgot your password? Last week, the DWP confirmed that this suspension will remain in place "until further notice" due to enhanced lockdown restrictions across most of the UK, however, jobcentres and benefit helplines will remain open to assist customers. After 48 hours you can ring the pip helpline and request a copy of the PA4 form, which is the assessors report. Got a text from DWP next morning to say received the report and would hear within 8 weeks an outcome, So part of me is thinking 11 minutes Bartender shares 'rude' comment customers should never say when ordering drinks. She did say that she would write a report based on what she had read and the telephone assessment. I have to send mine off soon and not looking forward to a phone call although if it gets me a longer award, i don't mind giving more information. So many horror stories out of there. Police arrest man after 'disturbance' near Scots primary school. Optical illusion tests viewers' IQ to spot hidden ballerina in five seconds. It is better than having to go to an assessment i feel. So. There then might be more specific questions about PIP activities. Now that I have had time to reflect. The two bosses took very different approaches to their pre-match preparations ahead of the Hampden showdown. Easier said than done, I know. Mine is on Wednesday 7th September. While this style of assessment may reduce some concerns about attending a meeting in person, it is still one that claimants should prepare for as it will count towards determining the level of financial support, if any, to be awarded. Qwom I dont want to put a dampener on things but unless your depression & anxiety majorly affect your daily living i doubt you will score enough points to meet the standard rate. Ive gone back to my call log and the whole thing was 11 minutes Ps Feet, they are up and staying that way for the rest of the day. Then it was over - she said she had all the information and stated she had tried to contact my MS nurse but she was on annual leave . I've not had a telephone assessment yet but I'm due for one soon. After my assessment he advised me that he was placing me on higher rate mobility . For more information, please see our Thankyou for your reply I am aware that a WCA is to see your possible entitlement to ESA I just wanted to know if anyone has had experience with a telephone assessment for this as I haven't been claiming UC for long . G. Well, caught a little of guard today, I received an email from DWP saying that I have been awarded PIP, decision letter to follow explaining the award. You can decide for yourself whether you want to allow cookies or not. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Those who can solve the puzzle in time are said to have a high IQ in the top one per cent - how long did it take you? It was much less daunting than a face to face , which I usually have . I have finally had my PIP review telephone assessment after a seven month wait. To be honest I was expecting face to face, thinking that COVID would no longer have any impact. Citizens Advice and Benefits and Work have good information available designed to help claimants understand the assessment process, we recommend checking them out for the latest updates. We use cookies on our website. I had my initial PIP Award last year which ended up being ATOS to recommend I remain on my DLA (pip)? Frantic search launched for man reported missing from Aberdeen in Audi. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Robert Pawlikowski, 54, was last seen at 10.30am today. I'd love to know how you get on. In fact, I got a little confused over a date, and she told me. Matey, I could have typed your post! I have applied for pip this year for the first time for a chronic physical condition. I have just had my PIP Review face to face assessment which lasted for 2 hours. I am sure there must be so many that are deserving of an award but yet fall short because of not being able to express impact or dont have piles of evidence to submit. Stalker cop who harassed fellow officer slapped with 12 month contact ban. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. I found the experience a bit unrewarding. Dont know how lead times have changed since mine but mine was only a couple of weeks. Hi Shelly Click to reveal it occurred to me afterwards) they would have to call up those attachments separately, so make sure they do actually read the extracts at the appropriate time. Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled. WCA are for Employment Support Allowance not PIP. She didnt say initially that she had but it was obvious from what she asked me. Not nice the way its all or nothing. Dad of young woman abused by partner slams 'pathetic' sentence, Ryan Walker (23) had pled guilty to one charge under the Domestic Abuse Scotland Act 2018 and was handed a community sentence, Amazon Fire TV Stick warning as tech giant issues serious alert to users. Similarly, with anything to do with eating/swallowing and adaptations what why, how and when. Has anyone had experience with a work capability assessment over the phone ?, I currently receive standard pip and low mobility for oesteo arthritis (bilateral hips) wear and tear in L4/5 and depression I had to claim Universal credit as my partner and I separated and have only had experience with face to face assessments concerning my pip and really anxious about what to expect . Say you want the one that's relevant to the tax you've paid through work. I told her about procedures Id had, & offered to send in proof (documents, discharge advices etc). The DWP will continue to assess disability claims by considering supporting evidence submitted in the application form, medical evidence provided by healthcare professionals and talking to claimants over the phone, as part of a formal interview. Forgot your password? Dont! My husband said tell the truth and shame the devil I dont think I will be shaming any devils or PIP assessors but Im glad I know it takes two hours. We don't as a general policy investigate the solvency of companies mentioned (how likely they are to go bust), but there is a risk any company can struggle and it's rarely made public until it's too late (see the. Obviously, you should have a copy of your form to hand in preparation. Michael Beale's Rangers cup final message in contrast to Ange intensity that set Celtic up for relentless success. Nearly 2 hours of questioning, nothing new or odd, didnt feel like she was trying to catch me out. You were ready: imagine how tough a 2-hour grilling would have been if your answers werent off pat Chances are your lady was pleasant because you made it easy for her and she appreciated the effort you had put in. I hope you've applied for and receiving ESA too. I don't feel like I even got into how my condition affects me. Basically, they will be looking for if things are the same as before or if there are any changes. It really was just a re-hash of the form-filling done previously. Licence plate warning as displaying it incorrectly could land drivers with 1,000 fine. The PIP assessment is an opportunity for you to talk about how your condition affects you - it's not a diagnosis of your condition or a medical examination. The legendary Ibrox striker was at Hampden on Sunday as his former team proved second best once again. Stewart Andrew was also fined 1125 and ordered to pay a 75 victim surcharge to the woman, who he had previously been in a relationship with, when he appeared at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court. 21 April 2020 at 11:18AM Giantdaz74 Forumite 39 Posts that's great, hope ours is a similar experience then 21 April 2020 at 3:30PM Love Island first look as Maya Jama 'crashes' beach club as couple to be dumped. Compared to you guys I dont think thats long - was there enough in the written information and evidence ??? Do not rush to respond, remember they are looking at your claim form and asking the same questions you have already answered. GMB's Susanna Reid forced to change dress that was too 'racy' for morning TV. I am mentally and PIP assessments - is it just me? Cops raced to the scene earlier today after the alarm was raised at around 1.50pm. You can decide for yourself whether you want to allow cookies or not. #4. The turn around has been pretty quick, 15th July deadline for sending PIP forms back, with an assessment set for Friday, 26th August. I mulled over what I said, well the bits I could remember . Has anybody gone through the over the phone assessment process recently? Editor, Marcus Herbert, https://www.gov.uk/government/news/coronavirus-update-benefit-reviews-and-reassessments-suspended. Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems, www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/help-for-claimants/pip. Assessor was nice and pleasant with me during the call The Gers boss might be getting grief in the wake of Sundays League Cup final defeat but so is another Ibrox backer. It comes after Will's partner Jessie was accused of being not genuine in the Villa. The turn around has been pretty quick, 15th July deadline for sending PIP forms back, with an assessment set for Friday, 26th August. How do I feel, numb . The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) suspended face-to-face assessments for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and other health-related benefits in March 2020 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Mine was phone-based on 21 July 2021 and the letter notifying of the award was 7 Aug - so pretty quick. I don't feel like I even got into how my condition affects me. The use of my hands or lack of was discussed at great length, no doubt in my mind she had read all my evidence. If like me, youre nervous, you may be tempted to rush things. Just done via phone. I suspect (i.e. I had PIP phone assessment last December and was fine. SNP leadership contender Ash Regan announces 'bonkers' currency plan for independent Scotland. Well done! You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Without the report, not much else to say at this point, other than if you are applying for PIP stating the impact is key, that is what I focused on. You can have someone with you while you do the assessment over the phone, just remember to put the call on loudspeaker and advise the assessor who is with you - for the sake of transparency. Yes I had a telephone consultation don't worry it went really well for me the lady was a nurse who worked for the DWP really nice and basically they fill in your form for you you just tell them everything how it affects your daily life so no worries only issues I have is I've been told there will be no back pay even though my claim goes back to the 13 April this year so I hope this helps a little, That's so helpful thankyou very much I feel alot less anxious now I know wot to expect x. Hi sisn71, Look at the Benefits and Work website and sign up for their emails. 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Benefits and Work have gone through their forum and emails for recent accounts of telephone assessments and put together some information you may also find useful here. I think you need to contact a welfare worker at your local one stop centre, or find your CAB and send a message asking for help. Mark Hateley rues 'crazy' Rangers stance as Celtic reinvention has him admitting that's the difference. and our Celtic fans in hysterics at one man Rangers comedy show as Hotline regular takes heat off Michael Beale. I have a telephone assessment tomorrow and Ive been through all the guides but can find anything about what to expect in a telephone assessment, like what questions they ask or how they trip you up. Seriously, just got to wait and see, no point trying to read between the lines. The DWP will use evidence from the assessment to help them decide if you need PIP. Things have only gotten worse in that time & particularly in the recent 7 months since I submitted the form. The PIP assessment is an opportunity for you to talk about how your condition affects you - it's not a diagnosis of your condition or a medical examination. In view of whats at stake - for the individual and also the tax-payers - it seems a bit shoddy. And more like 8 days rhan8 weeks for the decision. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. This info does not constitute financial advice, always do your own research on top to ensure it's right for your specific circumstances and remember we focus on rates not service. Kenny Reilly gangland killers told to "rot in hell" by grieving sister after Hampden banner stunt. I too received the same letter (well addressed to me obvs). At the end she said that was better than a long face to face assessment They will want to ask their questions in order and jumping around wont help them. 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