While this style of assessment may reduce some concerns about attending a meeting in person, it is still one that claimants should prepare for as it will count towards determining the level of financial support, if any, to be awarded. Make sure you tell the assessor everything you want them to know about your condition and do not tell them about any tricks or workarounds you have taught yourself or put in place (without support) to deal with your condition as this may count against you. Editor, Marcus Herbert, https://www.gov.uk/government/news/coronavirus-update-benefit-reviews-and-reassessments-suspended. Paper Subscription to the Daily Record and Sunday Mail, Paper Subscription to the Paisley Daily Express, 2023 Scottish Daily Record and Sunday Mail Ltd, jobcentres and benefit helplines will remain open, Major change to PIP telephone assessments announced - what it means for everyone making a claim, Get Scottish news that matters to you sent to your inbox with our newsletters, People of State Pension age living on their own may be due extra 201 each week from April. This report will allow you to prepare for an MR (PIP Mandatory Reconsideration) as you can see exactly what the assessor has written down and how they've recommended you be scored. The turn around has been pretty quick, 15th July deadline for sending PIP forms back, with an assessment set for Friday, 26th August. Dont know how lead times have changed since mine but mine was only a couple of weeks. Seriously, just got to wait and see, no point trying to read between the lines. Matey, I could have typed your post! Your IP: I am second guessing the process and feeling that that is how a telephone assessment will feel. Didnt speak to my MS nurse Hello Matey, I can feel your exhaustion as I read your post. However, if you have referenced other supporting documents in your form (as we discussed), make sure they go and look at them and pause to give them time to check. Compared to you guys I dont think thats long - was there enough in the written information and evidence ??? Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them. People on Carer's Allowance urged to share experiences to help design new payment starting this year. Things have only gotten worse in that time & particularly in the recent 7 months since I submitted the form. Do I feel optimistic, no not really. Firstly what I would suggest is to do everything that you would normally do today . This info does not constitute financial advice, always do your own research on top to ensure it's right for your specific circumstances and remember we focus on rates not service. This can be hard to do, but it will really help if you can talk about: the kind of things you have difficulty with, or cant do at all - for example, walking up steps without help or remembering to go to appointments, how your condition affects you from day to day, what a bad day is like for you - for example, On a bad day, I cant walk at all because my injured leg hurts so much or On a bad day, Im so depressed I cant concentrate on anything. Anti-abortion group reveals disturbing plans to 'brick up' Glasgow clinic. Qwom I dont want to put a dampener on things but unless your depression & anxiety majorly affect your daily living i doubt you will score enough points to meet the standard rate. I'd love to know how you get on. After my assessment he advised me that he was placing me on higher rate mobility . Always try to explain how doing something would make you feel afterwards and the impact it can have on you if you had to do it repeatedly in a short period of time. I don't feel like I even got into how my condition affects me. The use of my hands or lack of was discussed at great length, no doubt in my mind she had read all my evidence. It's important to be aware of what road signs mean - so here's a reminder for one of the more confusing ones. In fact, I got a little confused over a date, and she told me. Something went wrong, please try again later. Do not rush to respond, remember they are looking at your claim form and asking the same questions you have already answered. I suspect (i.e. Last week, the DWP confirmed that this suspension will remain in place "until further notice" due to enhanced lockdown restrictions across most of the UK, however, jobcentres and benefit helplines will remain open to assist customers. I told her about procedures Id had, & offered to send in proof (documents, discharge advices etc). When asked at the end if I had any questions, I asked her if she had read through all my evidence it was clear she had but I wanted to hear her confirm so, which she did. This is how they try to catch people out and stop their benefits. Obviously, you should have a copy of your form to hand in preparation. I was told that if the DWP queried anything she put in her report she would ring me back. Celtic fans in hysterics at one man Rangers comedy show as Hotline regular takes heat off Michael Beale. I mulled over what I said, well the bits I could remember . James Sands leaves Rangers as club decide against making New York City loan permanent. Police arrest man after 'disturbance' near Scots primary school. A helpful guide on the Citizens Advice website says that you should be prepared to talk about how your condition affects you even if you have already detailed it on your PIP claim form. No all a bit random and jumbled. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. I had my PIP Review telephone call today & it was just as you described. Dont overthink it! After 48 hours you can ring the pip helpline and request a copy of the PA4 form, which is the assessors report. Rememberonly your worst day. There then might be more specific questions about PIP activities. Detective says race played no part in his actions over Sheku Bayoh, inquiry told. Yes my apologies , standard daily care and low mobility pip award since 2016. Does the fact you have received a letter means your awaiting your telephone assessment? Without realising it at the time there were some questions that linked back to earlier ones. The DWP will use evidence from the assessment to help them decide if you should be awarded PIP. The Gers boss might be getting grief in the wake of Sundays League Cup final defeat but so is another Ibrox backer. If you would like to message me with the detail when it comes through, we could compare notes and maybe see trends and help others. 208.113.197.86 You were ready: imagine how tough a 2-hour grilling would have been if your answers werent off pat Chances are your lady was pleasant because you made it easy for her and she appreciated the effort you had put in. Now that I have had time to reflect. Despite trying to put the telephone assessment to one side. Carers Allowance is set to be replaced by a new devolved payment at the end of this year. Citizens Advice and Benefits and Work have good information available designed to help claimants understand the assessment process, we recommend checking them out for the latest updates. I found the experience a bit unrewarding. The assessor will use the information you gave on your PIP claim form but also draw opinions from what you say and do on the day. Preparing for a PIP telephone assessment could help reduce stress or anxiety about the interview, Take your time on the phonecall, ask for questions to be repeated, clarified or explained in more detail if you need to. A bartender has shared some of the worst mistakes that customers might make on a night out. Hopefully you will be "lucky" and be awarded a rate. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Not sure how I feel about the telephone assessment, your expression that you found the experience unrewarding is a good phrase. Babyroobs is right they are turning down more than they award at the moment so just be prepared to make a mandatory reconsideration. Michael Mosley shares the weight loss snack that 'won't add to your waistline'. The PIP assessment is an opportunity for you to talk about how your condition affects you - it's not a diagnosis of your condition or a medical examination. After my work capability assessment they have decided that I can work. I sent in loads of supporting evidence, which I would like to think has prompted the telephone assessment, but who knows such things can be so Russian roulette. Ohh any opinions on this. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. We don't as a general policy investigate the solvency of companies mentioned (how likely they are to go bust), but there is a risk any company can struggle and it's rarely made public until it's too late (see the. The turn around has been pretty quick, 15th July deadline for sending PIP forms back, with an assessment set for Friday, 26th August. The body of Kyle Sambrook and his beagle Bane were found in Glencoe on Saturday following a three-day search. Not nice the way its all or nothing. Optical illusion tests viewers' IQ to spot hidden ballerina in five seconds. GMB's Susanna Reid forced to change dress that was too 'racy' for morning TV. I was told from the outset that it was going to be done brand new from scratch even though Ive been on PIP enhanced & standard mobility since 2013. Kenny Reilly gangland killers told to "rot in hell" by grieving sister after Hampden banner stunt. It was much less daunting than a face to face , which I usually have . So many horror stories out of there. Performance & security by Cloudflare. We often link to other websites, but we can't be responsible for their content. Those who were awarded PIP were more likely to favour. Registered office: 8-10 Queen Street, Seaton, Devon EX12 2NY, United Kingdom. Hi all I think you need to contact a welfare worker at your local one stop centre, or find your CAB and send a message asking for help. The PIP assessment is an opportunity for you to talk about how your condition affects you - it's not a diagnosis of your condition or a medical examination. The assessor will also make a note of your mental state during the assessment - for example, they'll record whether you look or sound depressed or happy, tense or relaxed and how you cope with social interaction. I couldnt reference anything, word blindness. Benefits and Work have gone through their forum and emails for recent accounts of telephone assessments and put together some information you may also find useful here. Its not a closed shop but must be galling for those who dont get approved. During the telephone assessment you will be asked to describe how you complete tasks such as preparing and cooking food, getting washed and dressed and how you move around outside the home (aided or unaided). I have received a letter from Capita today, it states that the assessment will be carried out over the phone. Has anyone had experience with a work capability assessment over the phone ?, I currently receive standard pip and low mobility for oesteo arthritis (bilateral hips) wear and tear in L4/5 and depression I had to claim Universal credit as my partner and I separated and have only had experience with face to face assessments concerning my pip and really anxious about what to expect . Members of the 29-year-old's family were sickened after spotting a sign reading 'Justice for Morton Eadie' being flown above the stadium during Sunday's Old Firm match in Glasgow. Others had no strong preference. Cops believe the man pictured will be able help assist with their ongoing investigation. Love Island first look as Maya Jama 'crashes' beach club as couple to be dumped. Dont! Interestingly, I thought that she would go through each question in order. xx. The legendary Ibrox striker was at Hampden on Sunday as his former team proved second best once again. Licence plate warning as displaying it incorrectly could land drivers with 1,000 fine. Forgot your username? They are looking for consistency across what you have written in the PIP questions and in the telephone assessment. PIP assessment by phone - lasting 6 minutes. Create an account. I have recently found out that you can request the Assessors Report as soon as 3 days after your assessment (you just ring up and ask). Hi Gail. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. I am a little confused because no such thing as standard PIP. WCA are for Employment Support Allowance not PIP. Pause, reflect and reply - break your answer down and take them through how you complete tasks step-by-step to paint an accurate picture of how your disability affects you. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. I think you mean getting standard rate for care and mobility but am not sure. I have just had my PIP Review face to face assessment which lasted for 2 hours. it occurred to me afterwards) they would have to call up those attachments separately, so make sure they do actually read the extracts at the appropriate time. Create an account. Received a text message from DWP today. I had my PIP assessment over the phone , initially said it would be 90 min assessment Successful new claims for Pension Credit may also qualify for the 900 cost of living payment. Said it would be 8 weeks before I heard anything. The DWP will use evidence from the. Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled. Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems, www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/help-for-claimants/pip. If you were happy with your written statement, then the interview is just for corroboration. Just going to wait and see and then go from there. If you decide to tell assessor you on PIP be clear what rates you are on. Please note that if you reject them, you may not be able to use all the functionalities of the site. You the have a relatively short window of opportunity to say what you believe they got wrong (if that is the case) and send it to be included in the file which will be looked at by the decision maker. On the upside, having been through a face to face assessment, at least with the telephone assessment I wont be assessed on how I look or what I can and cant do. They will want to ask their questions in order and jumping around wont help them. Dont over think how long it will take or not take, just go with the flow. I have lots of pain 1st Job Centre Visit after Work capability assessment. 21 April 2020 at 11:18AM Giantdaz74 Forumite 39 Posts that's great, hope ours is a similar experience then 21 April 2020 at 3:30PM Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. Forgot your username? The lady was nice, didnt give anything away. That text is encouraging and the suggestion of 8 weeks is probably standard text and is in reality much closer. You do not have to accept it. Well a little update. Thank you, it will be interesting to read the report and to draw some conclusions re the evidence submitted, the impact on my daily life and points awarded. I had a good crack, well with some great tips from yourself. I have finally had my PIP review telephone assessment after a seven month wait. You can have someone with you while you do the assessment over the phone, just remember to put the call on loudspeaker and advise the assessor who is with you - for the sake of transparency. Dad who lost all his limbs in freak accident is finally able to hold his daughters again. SNP leadership contender Ash Regan announces 'bonkers' currency plan for independent Scotland. The DWP will continue to assess disability claims by considering supporting evidence submitted in the application form, medical evidence provided by healthcare professionals and talking to claimants over the phone, as part of a formal interview. It is a good idea to have a copy of your PIP claim form with you for telephone assessment, that way you can refer back to it. You can decide for yourself whether you want to allow cookies or not. For more information, please see our It is better than having to go to an assessment i feel. Has anybody gone through the over the phone assessment process recently? The two bosses took very different approaches to their pre-match preparations ahead of the Hampden showdown. What may seem like a drawn out process for you, will demonstrate exactly how you accomplish tasks to the assessor - so dont try to speed up or simplify how you get things done. I just answered his questions honestly . and hopefully reassurance. I have applied for pip this year for the first time for a chronic physical condition. Is either standard care or enhanced care and same for mobility. Stalker cop who harassed fellow officer slapped with 12 month contact ban. At the end she said that was better than a long face to face assessment I had a phone call today saying due to covid all assessments were by phone. Do note, while we always aim to give you accurate product info at the point of publication, unfortunately price and terms of products and deals can always be changed by the provider afterwards, so double check first. Cops raced to the scene earlier today after the alarm was raised at around 1.50pm. In my experience, normally there are a few general questions about your illnesses etc and then about your house, who lives with you etc. I did lose my way a bit, even with notes in front of me. Forgot your password? Do not let the assessor rush you and try not to just answer yes or no to their questions. In view of whats at stake - for the individual and also the tax-payers - it seems a bit shoddy. A picture taken at the scene shows at least three police vehicles and a marked van in attendance while a uniformed officer stands guard at the crossroads junction. Amazon Fire TV Stick users may soon start seeing a warning message when trying to side-load dodgy unofficial apps. I've not had a telephone assessment yet but I'm due for one soon. Without the report, not much else to say at this point, other than if you are applying for PIP stating the impact is key, that is what I focused on. They certainly wanted me to take the call. I have applied for pip this year for the first time for a chronic physical condition. G. Well, caught a little of guard today, I received an email from DWP saying that I have been awarded PIP, decision letter to follow explaining the award. Basically, they will be looking for if things are the same as before or if there are any changes. Click to reveal Jamie Mines lost his arms and legs during a scaffolding accident when 33,000 volts of electricity surged through his body. Love Island's Will 'fired up' and needs to take 'decisive action' says body language expert. Similarly, with anything to do with eating/swallowing and adaptations what why, how and when. Its the not knowing which does our heads in. @Rogue thank you for sharing your experience. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7a12d1fc3dc73897 I can communicate verbally anyway and they cannot tell anything else over the phone i don't think. We use cookies on our website. Ironically they were late. It comes after Will's partner Jessie was accused of being not genuine in the Villa. As you say, its done now and it sounds like with all that prep, youve acquitted yourself well. She didnt say initially that she had but it was obvious from what she asked me. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) suspended face-to-face assessments for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and other health-related benefits in March 2020 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Yes I had a telephone consultation don't worry it went really well for me the lady was a nurse who worked for the DWP really nice and basically they fill in your form for you you just tell them everything how it affects your daily life so no worries only issues I have is I've been told there will be no back pay even though my claim goes back to the 13 April this year so I hope this helps a little, That's so helpful thankyou very much I feel alot less anxious now I know wot to expect x. Hi sisn71, Look at the Benefits and Work website and sign up for their emails. Robert Pawlikowski, 54, was last seen at 10.30am today. I answered everything asked of me and had my notes open in front of me HI, I will post an update as a separate post in case it is useful for anyone but thought I would let you know here that I have received a payment from PIP this morning, although I haven't had the decision letter yet, so 20 days from the telephone assessment to the payment for me. Just listen carefully to the questions and it might help to have any paperwork you have regarding your conditions etc in front of you, plus any letters from DWP regarding your ESA award. Did the assessor make reference to any of the supporting material you supplied with your form? I had PIP phone assessment last December and was fine. And more like 8 days rhan8 weeks for the decision. I had a telephone assessment just after Christmas , the man who rang me was very polite and courteous and put me at ease straightaway. Some of them are essential for the operation of the site, while others help us to improve this site and the user experience (tracking cookies). For now my feet are up and I am being waited on hand and foot. Mine was phone-based on 21 July 2021 and the letter notifying of the award was 7 Aug - so pretty quick. Any tips re the assessment process. If like me, youre nervous, you may be tempted to rush things. If I/we could share, identify some trends that may help others get their applications approved that would be a great achievement. Then it was over - she said she had all the information and stated she had tried to contact my MS nurse but she was on annual leave . Well done! Once you clean your machine this way, it's said to keep the mould away for good - leaving your clothes fresh and clean. Etc, Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems. The presenter told viewers: "Oh yeah, I had a bit of an outfit, wardrobe crisis this morning". I am mentally and PIP assessments - is it just me? Body of woman found on Aberdeenshire beach as police launch investigation into death. It does seem as though they are trying to make an assessment with one arm tied behind their back, by doing it in an audio-only phone call. New State Pension deadline next month for people to make sure they qualify for maximum retirement payment. Yes, just be honest and say it as it is. CCTV image of man released by police following serious assault in Glasgow. I had a phone call today saying due to covid all assessments were by phone. Dad of young woman abused by partner slams 'pathetic' sentence, Ryan Walker (23) had pled guilty to one charge under the Domestic Abuse Scotland Act 2018 and was handed a community sentence, Amazon Fire TV Stick warning as tech giant issues serious alert to users. 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