Category: Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
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…
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,…
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,…
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…
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…
What to Expect at Your PIP Medical Assessment and How to Prepare
What Are PIP Medical Assessments? When you apply for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), a medical assessment is a key part of the process. This assessment is designed to help the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) decide whether you meet the criteria for PIP, which is a benefit for people who need help with daily…
Challenging a PIP Decision: Legal Overview
Understanding Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help people aged 16 to State Pension age who have a long-term health condition or disability that affects their daily living or mobility. Understanding how PIP works is essential before you consider challenging a decision, as it helps you identify where…
How to Submit Your PIP Application: Step-by-Step Guide and Tips
Introduction to Submitting Your PIP Application Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help people in the UK who have a long-term health condition or disability that affects their daily living or mobility. If you find it difficult to carry out everyday tasks or get around because of your condition, PIP can provide…
Interplay with Other Benefits: Legal Overview
Understanding Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help people aged 16 to State Pension age who have a long-term health condition or disability that affects their daily living or mobility. Unlike some other benefits, Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is not means-tested, which means your income or savings do…
