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lisa16001
lisa16001

Hello,

I have an assessment for PiP in a week and I just wondered if anyone knew what to expect. I'm really worried as I have dropped hours at work and now part time and financially at a loss. Can anyone give any advice or their experience?

Thank you!

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  • JulieBadger
    JulieBadger lisa16001

    Posted

    Hi, I had mine earlier this year. The lady was very nice.  You have to remember it is in the governments advantage that they do not reward you money.  They will not reward you points if what you provide or show or tell them would mean you do not meet the requirement of being awarded points for each of the elements.  You need to show or tell them how you meet the requirements on almost everyday.  Therefore you need to tell them about your condition most days.  The problem with our condition in this case is that we don't look as bad as we feel.  There job is to listen and observe you on the day.  To work out yes if you meet the requirements but also where you don't meet the requirements.  It went against me that I wrote the report (even though it too me the full 4 weeks) and that I could read my own notes on the day.

    During the PIP assessment interview she looked at my form I filled in, she asked me questions relating to the criterias ie. what aids I have around the house.  I had to do a memory test on three words and a sum.  Finally she did a physical test on me. You won't know on the day how you scored.  I think I was told within 14 days afterwards.  

    The main thing is that they are trying not to give you money.  It's not personal, it's what they are employed to do.  However, if they feel you meet the requirements they will be rewarding you the points and therefore getting the money.

    Hope it goes well for you smile

    • lisa16001
      lisa16001 JulieBadger

      Posted

      I'm even more nervous thinking about a memory test and a sum. I have software of my work pc for my poor memory so it makes me nervous to think they will ask me to remember something. 

      Thanks your advice. 

    • JulieBadger
      JulieBadger lisa16001

      Posted

      You're supposed to fail the memory test if you are telling them you have poor memory.  Remember it's about your worst / most frequent days ability. x Don't show them your best days if they are very infrequentx
    • pam_87693
      pam_87693 lisa16001

      Posted

      Yes if your memory is as bad as mine and believe me I now type dyslex fashion which I didn't you will be fine as Julie says it's good to fail if that's your problem. My 3rd son was so dyslexic he couldn't read until he was 9! I have never been able to remember people's names, ever! Not even my own sons! I can remember colours, and medical terms but not names ever! We are all different so try to relax if you do have real problems they will be kind and caring.
    • caitlin39841
      caitlin39841 pam_87693

      Posted

      hi pam. it's interesting to read your comments on how your spelling ability has deteriorated with your condition. i've had ME/CFS for some time but my spelling was generally ok. however, after yet another infection, my cognitive facility got much worse. my spelling took on a 'dyslexic' pattern i.e. i'd transpose letters, make glaring spelling errors of which i was completely unaware. my environmental Doc commented my b12 must be low, so i commenced on b12 treatment & the dyslexic spelling patterns dissappeared. i now know when my b12 levels are begining to drop as my cognitive skills, particularly my spelling, starts to regress & my IBS starts to play up. incidentally all my ME/CFS symptoms improved massively with the b12 intervention.

      Caitlin

  • beth90152
    beth90152 lisa16001

    Posted

    I received my PIP result through the post this morning (only 9 days after the assessment) and have been awarded higher mobility and higher care - both of which I should (according to their criteria) be getting, but wasn't at all sure that I actually would!  I'm going to say, there's been a lot of prayer in this and I'm sure that God's had a hand in it, but Atos have been great all the way through - professional, efficient, polite, sympathetic and fair. It's going to make a huge, huge difference for us as we have reached the point where I need a stairlift, and I am not able to do the school runs with my children, for example, so need to pay someone for those.  I realise it's not that straightforward for everyone, but we have been pleasantly surprised :-)
  • beth90152
    beth90152 lisa16001

    Posted

    I'm pretty sure that the evidence we supplied had a lot to do with it - my GP wrote a letter, as did two of my friends, so it wasn't all coming from me and my husband.
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    end lisa16001

    Posted

    Just wanted to say I am pleased to hear of anyone being assessed and qualifying for the correct benefit. I have read there are reportedly some people wrongfully claiming out there which so hinders those that truly need it.

    Can I ask if Atos did your assessment Beth or the new company that has taken over the assessing?

    xx

  • beth90152
    beth90152 lisa16001

    Posted

    It was Atos who assessed me - the chap said that another company had taken over the work type benefits (employment support?) but that Atos was still doing PIP.

    On closer reading, they have actually scored me too low on some areas but the overall outcome still qualifies me - am not sure if that's a good thing really as it shows just how disabled I've got with it, but ah well....

  • lisa16001
    lisa16001

    Posted

    Hi

    I got my letter today and was awarded the care side but not the mobility. Was expecting that as I am able to get around just the taking care of myself. Atos was really kind and helpful throughout. Just relieved to have some of the financial pressure off.

    Lisa

    • pam_87693
      pam_87693 lisa16001

      Posted

      That is brilliant news Lisa, just remember if your problems/condition gets worse in time you can always apply for the higher rate towards a car or scooter ❤️
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