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Disabled For To Long With The Fear Of Being Refused PIP

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leon40954
leon40954

Hi I Have Spondylosis of the Spine, along with Grand Mall Epileticus, along with rheumatoid arthritis of both the hands and knee joints,, however I was passed for DLA around 20 years ago now? for the High Rate Of Care And The Low Rate Of Mobility I was passed for my epilespy and depression, now I have Grand Mall Epilepticus, which provokes both my rheumatoid arthritis and Spondylosis, I have never thought of applying for the higher rate of mobility as I did not want to be a burden to anyone or to rely on the government for help, but now the fear I have is applying for PIP, which may I say makes me feel very scared, I cannot drive operate machinery, grip things very well, my wife has to help me both dress, shower and cook, the question I would like help with Is should I apply for pip now before I am sent a reminder, and do you think i may stand a chance of getting pip, I am sorry about any spelling or upper casing, as I am using a voice recognition software, due to swelling of my fingers.

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  • annie1963
    annie1963 leon40954

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    It sounds like you are at the end of the rope so to speak.  You definitely need some help.  What exactly is PIP?  I am in the U.S.  It it like disability?  If so, you sound like you definitely qualify.  My sister was diagnosed with Epilepsy years ago and refused to stop working for many many years.   After a very bad seizure last year she finally gave in and applied for the disability and it was granted immediately.  She is also in the first stages of Alzheimers, an unfortunate side effect of epilepsy for her.  Try it, all they can say is no..
  • juliet10258
    juliet10258 leon40954

    Posted

    Hi

    I have sponylosis in my neck which means I have pain in my head, neck, shoulders, back and arms.  I also have nerve damage so my hands shake a lot.  I also have a lot of stomach and bowed problems due to the drugs and I am tired and weak most days so I am practically house bound.  I applied for PIP 2 years ago and was awarded the highest rate both for mobility and living.  This was surprising as I had to appeal every year for my ESA.  I wouldn't worry too much about applying, I was told by my GP to give details of my worst day.  As it was I was in a bad way that day so much so the receptionist thought I was going to faint and I got seen quicker. At some point you will be called in as DLA is being phased out but you could refer yourself.  Try not too worry, the worst they can say is know but you can appeal and a lot of peop,e win at appeal; I did 4 years running for ESA.

    Hood luck

  • cerise
    cerise leon40954

    Posted

    So sorry to hear of you troubles. I need voice recognition software, what do you use/recommend and is it easy to install? Best wishes
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