PIP (Provisional Insurance Payments) are a benefit that can assist with some of the extra expenses caused by long-term illness or disability. Since it’s non-means tested, you are eligible regardless of your income or savings level.
Apply for PIP benefits online, by phone and paper. For the best chances of approval, fill out a ‘how your disability affects you’ form and maintain a journal to support your claim.
Adults
Adults living in the United Kingdom who have a health condition or disability can claim Personal Independence Payment (PIP). This welfare benefit is non-means tested, tax-exempt and not linked to your earnings or savings.
PIP (Provisional Income Support) is available if you have a health condition or disability which restricts your daily activities. It has replaced Disability Living Allowance, which was available to those aged 16 and over across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
You can make a claim through either calling the Department of Workplace Pensions (DWP) or using their online form. As part of your application, you’ll be asked to fill out an information sheet about how the disease or disability is impacting your life. For added support and guidance, it may be beneficial to book an appointment with Citizens Advice before beginning this process.
Children
If you are over 16 but under State Pension age and have a disability or long-term health condition, you may be eligible for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). PIP replaced Disability Living Allowance in April 2013 in England, Wales and Scotland and from 20 June 2016, Northern Ireland.
Claiming rules for PIP benefits are tailored to each individual based on their individual needs and lifestyle, rather than just the medical condition itself. That means people with mental health problems, learning difficulties and physical impairments can all qualify.
Typically, you must explain how your conditions impact you and the activities you undertake daily – such as getting around, doing your work or studying.
Your assessment can be conducted face-to-face or over the phone. A trained health assessor will speak to you about your requirements and review any application forms or other information provided about yourself. They then score you according to how difficult certain tasks may be for you.
Young people
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit that is replacing Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for people aged 16 or older. It provides financial support to those with long-term illnesses or disabilities who require assistance with everyday tasks like cooking and washing dishes.
PIP (Provisional Insurance Payments) are non-means tested benefits that don’t depend on your income or savings. You may be eligible for PIP if you live in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland.
Before any benefits can be paid out, an independent health assessor will review your claim. They’ll take into account two things: how you use aids or adaptations and the difficulty you experience with tasks such as cooking, getting dressed and communicating with others.
You’ll receive a form to complete detailing how your disability impacts you, along with notes to help you fill it out. Be sure to send this back in an envelope as soon as possible.
Older people
If you reside in England, Wales or Northern Ireland and are aged 16 to State Pension age, you can claim Personal Independence Payment (PIP). This replaces Disability Living Allowance for adults and is tax-exempt.
Your allowance depends on how much support you need to live your daily life or move around. It’s calculated using a points system, with some eligible for either a standard or enhanced rate for either the Daily Living or Mobility component.
You can make a claim online, by telephone or post. Additionally, text phone and video relay services are available if you use sign language.
Your claim will be reviewed regularly to guarantee you receive all of the support necessary. During this assessment, an independent health assessor will collaborate with you to decide on an appropriate rate of Personal Independence Payments (PIP).