Category: Disability Benefits
PIP Points System
Introduction to the PIP Points System The PIP points system is a key part of how the government decides who qualifies for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and at what level. PIP is a benefit designed to help people with long-term health conditions or disabilities manage extra costs. The points system is used to assess your…
Blue Badge Parking Rules: Where, When and How to Park Legally
Introduction to Blue Badge Parking Rules The Blue Badge scheme is designed to support people with disabilities or health conditions that make it difficult to walk or use standard parking spaces. By providing a Blue Badge, the scheme allows eligible individuals to park closer to their destination, making everyday activities like shopping, attending appointments, or…
Moving from DLA to PIP
Introduction to Moving from DLA to PIP Moving from Disability Living Allowance (DLA) to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a significant change for many adults in the UK who rely on disability benefits. DLA was a benefit designed to help with the extra costs of living with a disability or long-term health condition. However, the…
How to Successfully Claim PIP for Fibromyalgia in the UK
Understanding PIP and Fibromyalgia Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help people aged 16 to State Pension age who have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability. It is intended to support those who struggle with daily living tasks or moving around because of their health. PIP is not means-tested,…
How to Appeal a Disability Living Allowance (DLA) Decision in the UK
Understanding Disability Living Allowance (DLA) Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is a benefit designed to help with the extra costs faced by people living with long-term health conditions or disabilities. It’s aimed at children under 16 in the UK who need additional care or have mobility needs due to their physical or mental health. Understanding what…
PIP vs DLA: Key Differences, Eligibility and How to Claim
What are PIP and DLA? What are PIP and DLA? Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Disability Living Allowance (DLA) are both UK benefits designed to help people with disabilities or long-term health conditions manage the extra costs of daily life. While they share a similar purpose, there are important differences in who can claim them,…
Step-by-Step Guide to the DLA Application Process for Children
Understanding Disability Living Allowance (DLA) Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is a benefit designed to help with the extra costs that can arise from having a disability or long-term health condition. It is aimed at children under the age of 16 who need additional care, supervision, or help with mobility compared to other children of the…
How PIP and Universal Credit Work Together: What You Need to Know
Introduction to PIP and Universal Credit Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Universal Credit are two separate benefits in the UK, each designed to help people in different circumstances. Understanding how these benefits work individually – and how they interact – can make a significant difference if you’re managing a disability or long-term health condition alongside…
DLA Eligibility Explained: Who Qualifies and How to Make a Claim
What is Disability Living Allowance (DLA)? Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is a UK benefit designed to support people under the age of 65 who have a disability or health condition that affects their everyday life. DLA helps with the extra costs that can arise from needing additional care or having difficulty getting around. The benefit…
How to Fill in Your PIP Claim Form: Step-by-Step Guide and Tips
Introduction to Filling in Your PIP Claim Form Filling in your Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claim form is a crucial step in applying for financial support if you have a long-term health condition or disability. The claim form is your opportunity to explain how your condition affects your daily life and mobility. It asks detailed…
