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Starting a PIP claim for my daughter

NAS23831

Hello,

My daughter is 18 and on the autistic spectrum and have been thinking about starting a new claim for her. Reasons why is because I was looking to start one for myself due to my own difficulties and seeing how she comes under so many of them (the social aspects, not being able to go on different journeys without another person, cooking and medical prompting) Do you think it’s worth it and how much of a pain is it to fill out? I think it would benefit her ( she think it would benefit her as well) and would give her a little bit of support . If anyone could give me any tips in the right direction , that would be amazing .

Thankyou and all the best 

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    Former Member

    There's a lot of scare stories on the internet but I believe that's because those who are unhappy post to vent.

    Due to a misdiagnosed MH condition and dyslexia, I was awarded PIP when it first came out. I've since been through the renewal stage due to my awards expiry date and am now waiting for them to re-assess my award due to declaring that I am autistic. I have been awarded the benefit each time after a f2f interview and the duration of the award has increased at each assessment.  I've found my dealings with DWP to be very fair. 

    If you can back up the points you are making with independent evidence it strengthens your application and makes the process much easier. Below is a list of some of the evidence I've sent in:

    • Highlighted GP notes - these usually take a few days from when you contact your GPs reception to when they're ready
    • Autism diagnostic report
    • OH report from my job as a tutor in a uni
    • Letter from a manager at work 
    • Needs assessment report for MA and now PHD
    • Copies of emails that evidence how I won't accept incoming calls at work

    I make things as easy as possible for the assessment team by stating what page the evidence is on. E.g as page xxx of the OH report dated xxx demonstrates I cannot read without support from assistive technology and use screen tinting software at work to place a green overlay over my computer screen. As the emails dated xxx demonstrate I also have to use dark green printer paper to be able to read photocopied material or print outs. Without these adjustments words due not sit flat on the page (they buzz instead) causing rapid fatigue when reading, as well as migraines.

  • in reply to Former Member

    Okay this is great thankyou very much. She doesn’t work yet as she’s in education, so can I get a letter possibly from her college? I have her diagnostic letter on hand and can easily get a doctor to explain her difficulties and maybe even her medication for her anixety.  

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