Filling out PIP claim form

GSTAR

Hi all, 

I've just received the PIP claim form. I was just wondering am I allowed to type out my answers, print them out and stick them on the form?

My handwriting is terrible and I am concerned they might not be able to make out what I've written.

Robbie64

Yes, it won't be a problem. Many people do this, partly for the reason you want to type and print them but also because there's a lack of space on the form to give detailed answers.

Make sure that any additional sheets you attach include your name and NI Number. Also number each additional sheet and refer to the sheets on the relevant question on the form, e.g. answer a question with "See attached sheet number x"

gbhxu

GSTAR said:

Hi all, 

I've just received the PIP claim form. I was just wondering am I allowed to type out my answers, print them out and stick them on the form?

My handwriting is terrible and I am concerned they might not be able to make out what I've written.

That's how do.

You also save your answers ready for your re-assessment. Though, they may need tweaking a little

poppy12345

I type them out but don't usually stick them in the form. I just make sure I state which question it refers to and then write on the form saying "see additional sheets"

born_again

GSTAR said:

Hi all, 

I've just received the PIP claim form. I was just wondering am I allowed to type out my answers, print them out and stick them on the form?

My handwriting is terrible and I am concerned they might not be able to make out what I've written.

I just printed out Mrs, & as above wrote on form "See Additional sheets" 
With each answer titled with question. 

huckster

It is highly recommended to ask Citizens Advice or other benefit advice services to help with completing PIP form.

If you don't complete it with exactly the correct wording you could face the claim being rejected and having to go through appeals process.

Alice_Holt

Yes - good idea.  Also allows you to more easily review, edit and add relevant examples. 

These guides may be helpful:

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/pip/help-with-your-claim/fill-in-form-pip/

https://www.mentalhealthandmoneyadvice.org/en/welfare-benefits/pip-mental-health-guide/help-with-your-pip-claim/how-to-fill-in-the-pip-form/

https://www.sense.org.uk/blog/how-to-apply-for-pip/

MouldyOldDough

@GSTAR

Make sure that you keep a copy of all that you have sent in......

Muttleythefrog

Yes.... agree with above.... and can save a hell of a lot of effort come reassessments too... so keep your electronic file(s) somewhere you'll find in future years. Refer to the additional attached sheets from the form 'please see additional sheet page x' and on each sheet I advise putting in the header 'name, NiNo, date', in the footer the page number, plus of course make it very clear on your pages which section/question you are answering. I wouldn't attempt to stick printed pages (or parts thereof) to the form as it'd create you potentially unnecessary work, mess and restriction on length of your answers.

Return your form, the additional sheets and copies of any evidence to support your claim. Suggest getting proof of postage at the post office - it's free of charge.

It frankly is beyond belief in this age, and given the nature of claimants applicable, that an electronic form version has not been standard an option in this process.

scottleag

GSTAR said:

My handwriting is terrible and I am concerned they might not be able to make out what I've written.

I am in the same boat. At times virtually illegible. Even to myself. I very carefully answered questions, doing what @Robbie64 has advised and on my addition marking down Note 2, question 1, Note 3, question 2b etc and including my name and NI number on each page.

I have to say though that at assessment I was asked nothing at all about the additional information. The assessor stuck rigidly to what was on the claim form and closed me down every time I tried to refer to the additions (a copy of which I had taken with me to the assessment).

Maybe I was just unlucky with my assessor but it might be an idea to photocopy the claim form and have a copy of your additions to hand irrespective of whether you have a face-to-face or telephone interview. 

Madquilter59

How can you get a pip form as a new claimant. I am sick of trying to ring up. Been left hanging on phone for 55 mins. 45 mins and one time an hour and a half.
Is there a best time to ring or is there another way to get a form.