PIP

It's very rare for a decision to change at MR stage. You're doing the right thing taking it to tribunal as 60% are successful. Did you send evidence in at any point?

Hi

Sorry to hear your Husband’s story it is one we hear many times. Tribunal is now the only option left open to you so you need to prepare. This means gathering as much evidence as you can so the Tribunal has the best possible picture of your husband’s disabilities.

This includes a statement from you his carer describing a typical day and what personal care you provide and why. A diary giving a longer view is also a good idea.

Ask your GP to write a report especially as your Husband's mental health as taken a turn for the worse and is feeling suicidal (this is considered a ‘worsening of his condition and could lead to extra points). Access your husband's medical records and take copies of any relevant diagnosis. This can be done for as little as £10 but depends on your health board’s policy. Stock piling evidence on which you can challenge the assessor’s opinion is the key.

I would also prepare for the worst outcome. Ask for an Occupational Therapist appointment as they can come to your home and assess your husband and write a report. It is doubtful you will get one before the Tribunal but in 6 months time you could reapply for PIP armed with an OT assessment and that would serious enhance your chances of success. Even if you are successful at Tribunal it would still be worth holding onto the report to use as evidence in any future PIP application.

Looks like you and me are in a similar boat without a paddle. What is this MR thing you mention? I haven't got that yet how long after the letter does it come?