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Benefits with PVR

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anne1609
anne1609

Hi wondering whether anyone has been able to get PIP benefits for having PVR?

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  • Samve84
    Samve84 anne1609

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    Speak to your local citizens advice they'll be able to help you with forms etc. Contact PIP to apply. I have recently started receiving PIP, I too have Pv, no thyroid, suffer with anxiety, bowel problems and adhd 🙈 there's no harm in applying but definitely get cab to do the forms with you as they know what to look for and lingo to use.

    Good luck

    • peter98873
      peter98873 Samve84

      Posted

      Hi Samve'

      Sounds like a good piece of advice for Anne.  I know the problems I had to overcome when my sister sought to claim in respect of her husband who was terminally ill.  Obstacle course is putting it mildly.

      Peter.

    • kevin22068
      kevin22068 Samve84

      Posted

      I have just had my PIP ASSESSMENT FOR PV ONLY LASTED 40 MINUTES IS THIS NORMAL

       

  • harrishill1
    harrishill1 anne1609

    Posted

    Hi Anne1609. What are pip benefits? Sorry I've never heard of it. 

    Thanks, 

    harrishill

    • peter98873
      peter98873 harrishill1

      Posted

      Hello harrishil,

      It is a UK government scheme that replaced living and disability allowances.  One has to meet certain medical criteria to obtain them.  Not a simple matter as it is like preparing to defend oneself at a court trial.  If you need more information just search the PIP site here.

      Good wishes.

      Peter.

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