Have just received PIP form. Any pointers would be much appreciated
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take it to citizens advice for help in filling it in
If it is rejectected, appeal, it normaly is accepted on appeal
Everyone seems to have very different experiences - mine was horrible.
Taping is hard but you can demand a copy of everything they have - they HATE that - very interesting reading though! Have someone there, taking notes.
This is a good site
advicenow.org.uk/guides/how...
Always appeal if necessary
Good luck x
Agree with gossy, get help filling it in. I was lucky as my Housing Association offer a service for this. But be careful, there are some people who offer to help but will expect a fee.
Basically, you need to be honest but succinct and dont be 'shy' about your symptoms. Think of how you are affected on a 'bad' day and not how you are the day you complete the form.
GOOD LUCK
Hi celtic1888, I did mine not long ago, it took me ages to fill in the form as it is a large booklet. I answered all my questions on my very bad days and made sure I told them I do not have any good days. I enclosed hospital and doctors letters , plus my doctor gave me a letter to give them saying she agreed with my claim as I would not get better and I enclosed photos of scans. I had to go to a face to face appointment but she only asked me the same questions what were on the form and did not examine me, so I did not see the point of this, I suppose it is so they can see you maybe. Be sure to write down all your problems even minor ones. I find forms stressful to be honest, hope all goes ok for you.
Suzie
Thnx for ure reply. Iv filled out form,eventually, and will just have to wait and see. Many thnx
