P.I.P. timescales...

poppy12345

Poppycat123 wrote: »

hope this helps some people with time scales. I claimed pip beginning of last November 2013, and had my face to face Assesment today 2nd October 2014' approximately 48 weeks between claiming and getting Assesment. They told me today the wait for the decision now is 3to 4 weeks. Hmm we will see.

Hope this helps.

Could anyone tell me if I am awarded pip do I still get income related esa as well or does pip replace it. which I am currently in receipt of.
Thank you in advance if you can help.

They seem to be making decisions quite quickly now. I had mine in 2 weeks. I'd wait 2 weeks and ring DWP to ask if a decision has been made. In the meantime you can ring and ask for a copy of your assessment report. Yes you'll still get your ESA. PIP is completely different to ESA. You can still work and claim PIP.

the_devil_made_me_do_it

Just a quick question..noticed on a recent DLA letter my DLA claim runs out September 2015. When can I expect a renewal letter? I know September next year is an age a way, but I'm wanting to start being prepared.

poppy12345

the_devil_made_me_do_it wrote: »

Just a quick question..noticed on a recent DLA letter my DLA claim runs out September 2015. When can I expect a renewal letter? I know September next year is an age a way, but I'm wanting to start being prepared.

If you're changing to PIP they send you the forms soon, but changing to PIP will depend on your postcode. Changing to PIP they contact you earlier than they would do if you're staying on DLA. The backlog for PIP is huge and people are waiting as much as 8 months for assessment. Take a look at this timetable and it will tell you if you'll be changing or not. http://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/personal-independence-payment-pip/pip-timetable

Talloolah36

Hi Peeps, thought i would share the good news! My award has been confirmed today.......higher rate!!!

For those still waiting...dont give up!! Good Luck xxxxxx:T

Just to give everyone an idea of time frames.

Initial application - Dec 13
F2f - August 14
Report Rec'd by DWP - 27th Sept 2014
Confirmation of award - 3rd Oct

xxxxx

1111

Hi have my f2f in 2 week and i am frightened to death of going ive never been to anything like this before and thi is my first claim.
Im claiming for bipolar affective disorder and dont normally leave the house and really dont know what to expect.
at the moment i am thinking aboiut suicide due to this i really dont think i can deal with it at this moment, ive not long ince been out of hospital and dont have anyone to come with me

aggypanthus

1111 wrote: »

Hi have my f2f in 2 week and i am frightened to death of going ive never been to anything like this before and thi is my first claim.
Im claiming for bipolar affective disorder and dont normally leave the house and really dont know what to expect.
at the moment i am thinking aboiut suicide due to this i really dont think i can deal with it at this moment, ive not long ince been out of hospital and dont have anyone to come with me

Stay calm if you can. I am sure it wont be as bad as you think.
how do you usually get to dr appointment s etc?

hopefully someone here will be able to give you best advice, please try to banish those thoughts xx

Indie_Kid

1111 wrote: »

Hi have my f2f in 2 week and i am frightened to death of going ive never been to anything like this before and thi is my first claim.
Im claiming for bipolar affective disorder and dont normally leave the house and really dont know what to expect.
at the moment i am thinking aboiut suicide due to this i really dont think i can deal with it at this moment, ive not long ince been out of hospital and dont have anyone to come with me

Please talk to your GP. You may be able to get a home visit too.

Rebjen

Gutted as called today to see how my claim currently with DWP is going only to be told it could take a further 6weeks even more!!! So want to give up as been ongoing since January,it would make such a huge difference to my life.

poppy12345

Rebjen wrote: »

Gutted as called today to see how my claim currently with DWP is going only to be told it could take a further 6weeks even more!!! So want to give up as been ongoing since January,it would make such a huge difference to my life.

You only posted a a few days ago saying your files are now with the DWP. Leave it a couple of weeks and ring and ask again. Mine only took 2 weeks from date of assessment to get a decision.

shell9486

hi rebjen I was ringing every few days, the waiting is a pain hopefully you will get a decision soon. mine only took a week x