PIP success!!

[Pink75928]

I just woke up in the early hours and for some reason checked my bank. And there’s been a payment from DWP which can only be for PIP. I’m in absolute shock!! From the amount I suspect it’s the standard rate for both but I can’t believe they awarded it first time. Thank you all you lovely people for support and help xxx

[sylvi]

So pleased for you my darling. xxxx

[rabbits65]

Good morning . Nice to receive good news. Well done. 😃

[Pink75928]

Thank you guys. Does anyone know what qualifies for a blue badge? Is it the higher rate mobility?

[Kershon in reply to Pink75928]

I had a blue badge before aplying for PIPand you didn't need pip but maybe its different in different counties as I have heard this before

[Coco54 in reply to Kershon]

That's what I was thinking....I did mine online & it is automatic if you have high rate mobility but it says you still can apply if not. I have a friend on low but she has copd so was given it without a question.

[nomoreheels in reply to Pink75928]

I was a couple of points below being awarded standard Mobility when I first received PIP but applied for a BB & was given one. I did have to do a remote assessment though. It's not quite as straightforward as saying if you get standard Mobility you automatically qualify because if you don't there are other reasons you may. This is from gov.uk

People who automatically get a Blue Badge -

you receive a Personal Independence Payment (PIP) because you can’t walk more than 50 metres (a score of 8 points or more under the ‘moving around’ activity of the mobility component).

you receive the mobility component of PIP and have obtained 10 points specifically for descriptor E under the ‘planning and following journeys’ activity, on the grounds that you are unable to undertake any journey because it would cause you overwhelming psychological distress

If you have any score other than 10 points under descriptor E, in the ‘planning and following journeys’ activity of PIP you may still be eligible for a Blue Badge, but you do not automatically qualify. This includes if you have a higher score of 12. You will have to provide evidence to demonstrate your eligibility which will be assessed as part of your application. gov.uk/government/publicati...

[MJSlide1958 in reply to Pink75928]

HiWould you happen to know how to get a travel pass with Standard Rate PiP too>

Thanks

[nomoreheels in reply to MJSlide1958]

I can't be sure if it's nationwide or if it's different for London for example but in my area it’s if you have at least 8 points in the Moving Around part, that would be that you can stand and then move between 20 and 50 metres without any help. Could you check your local County Council/s site for specifics in your area?

[MJSlide1958 in reply to nomoreheels]

Thanks very much for your advice.

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👏💓 Well done. Good news. 😻 xx

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

And you can get a bus pass with PIP too. 👍💓

[Pink75928 in reply to Hidden]

Oh no way!! I did not know this. That is handy as I have days when I’m rubbish at driving

[Hidden in reply to Pink75928]

Me too. Local library did my application (in Scotland). 💕

[Pink75928 in reply to Hidden]

I feel like PIP is a gateway benefit to getting other financial assistance. I feel so relieved. Feel like all my difficulties are now validated. Does that make sense?

[Pink75928]

Oh that’s fabulous. That alone will give me a much higher quality of life. Along with buying ready prepared vegetables. If you know, you know 😆

[Mmrr]

🥂

[allanah]

Great news , make sure you get it in writing as the letter allows you to apply for blue badges, look up what level allows you free car tax, a free carer ticket at theatres , cinemas etc .lots of help.( soz the underline isn't highlighted but I can't getbit off!)

[nomoreheels]

That's great. I'm pleased you're pleased. Once you receive notification of your award you'll see if you automatically qualify for a Blue Badge. You automatically qualify if you scored 8 in the moving around part or 10 in the planning and following journeys part of your PIP assessment, or that's what it was when I got mine, it's been a while. If you don’t automatically qualify you may still be eligible but you'll need to be assessed. You can check online though when you get your award letter.

[Pink75928 in reply to nomoreheels]

This is really helpful. Thank you xx

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[Fruitandnutcase]

Well done, great to hear some good news. 😊

[Marionfromhappydays]

Yay, awesome.

[Gladders]

Brilliant news

[Sheila_G]

Very good. I am so pleased for you. You will have a better night's sleep tonight.

[Pink75928 in reply to Sheila_G]

You’re so right!! I did x

[trace58]

did you habe to go for an assessnent or was it done on forms phone ?

[Pink75928 in reply to trace58]

I had the assessment on the phone. Was about an hour long phonecall, then she ended the call to read through her report and called me back. I applied the end of august - assessment was 3 weeks ago xx

[springcross]

That's great news Pink, I'm really pleased for you. x

[Pink75928 in reply to springcross]

Thank you xx

[Joanneforbes]

Nice one it’s a lovely feeling isn’t it! Pleased for you . Blue badge is different in local authorities I was on no award mobility had 4 points but did a assessment and got one ! I’m now trying to get mobility on pip sent evidence so fingers crossed 🤞. It’s such a shame we have such a fight to get anything! Take care x

[Pink75928 in reply to Joanneforbes]

I feel like I’ve been really lucky as was awarded so quick. But then it reminds me of how bad the RA is now. Of course, given a choice we’d all rather be healthy. But this will be life changing and allow me such a better quality of life. My 21 year old daughter does a lot for me and she’s moving out this year, so it’s come at the right time. I hope you get the award that suits your needs xxx

[Joanneforbes in reply to Pink75928]

Thank you agree I got my award first time and blue badge felt extremely lucky but as you say double edge sword it made some people wake up to what Ra and Fybromyalgia is and how it’s at times life changing!! We don’t want this but yes the badge & pip money helps no end ! All the best xx

[Coralie33 in reply to Pink75928]

Hi you may be eligible for council tax refund aswell. Look in to it! I Don't have to pay council tax either. Hope this helps

[madme1]

So glad, but if you feel you need the higher rate then get intouch with Welfare Rights.

[Green230461]

Good news!🌹

[Pigsearwawa]

Well done you! It's only what you deserve, I hope it helps a bit.

[Teenp]

Well done. Awsome news x

[Ros23]

Brilliant, I’m waiting to here about mine but only put the form in 3 weeks ago 🙏

[AgedCrone]

In fact it apparently often depends on how many blue badges are applied for in an area. Only a certain number are allowed. In an area with a high number of elderly drivers I should imagine it would be harder to get, than in an area with a younger population.

[nomoreheels in reply to AgedCrone]

I live in an area with a high percentage of elderly & I told exactly the same when I applied for a BB. I didn't receive the Mobility component of PIP at first, I was a couple of points short, so decided to try anyway. I did have to do a remote assessment but, thankfully, I was a given one. It's so helpful on bad days if I have no alternative but to go out.

[Deejojo]

That’s fabulous hun xxx

[AgedCrone]

I know people in their 70’s with great mobility problems who have been refused & are on waiting lists….so don’t believe everything websites promise.Like everything to do with. State Benefits…it’s the luck of the draw in most cases.