Very Confused With Benefits

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allen35 wrote: »

As you intend to apply for PIP it would be a good idea to let your GP know of your care needs so he can note them on your records.

DWP may request evidence/information from him in the future regarding your mobility and care needs.

Many illnesses are treated through a hospital and therefore a GP wouldn't know of the difficulties you're having, unfortunately first point of contact for DWP seems to be the GP.

Ah brilliant, thank you.

I wouldn't have thought about that, I assumed the GP would know from my hospital letters that he receives.
Bit silly really, you would think there first point of call would be whichever professional you deal with the most.

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keitht53 wrote: »

It's perverse that those who have worked can end up with fewer benefits than those who haven't, but that's the reality.

It's perverse that they don't automatically qualify for NHS costs but they will definately qualify for NHS costs if they then complete an HC1 form so they won't lose out, but they need to be told and given an HC1 form otherwise they sometimes never find out they are eligible.