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. If you decide to tell assessor you on PIP be clear what rates you are on. Not sure how I feel about the telephone assessment, your expression that you found the experience unrewarding is a good phrase. Has anyone else had an assessment this short? We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7a12d1fc3dc73897 My assessment lasted 6 minutes. Create an account. Etc, Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems. 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). So. Matey, I could have typed your post! 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. I answered everything asked of me and had my notes open in front of me Well a little update. Please also note that you should only talk about your health issues to them regarding your worst day/s, nothing else. 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. The DWP will use evidence from the. Basically, they will be looking for if things are the same as before or if there are any changes. After 48 hours you can ring the pip helpline and request a copy of the PA4 form, which is the assessors report. The assessor has already written the report I should get a decision within 8 weeks. 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. I had PIP phone assessment last December and was fine. Create an account. Don't worry you will be fine xx, Thankyou very much for your reply I feel alot more at ease much appreciated thankyou . I had my initial PIP Award last year which ended up being ATOS to recommend I remain on my DLA (pip)? 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. Didnt speak to my MS nurse I have a telephone assessment tomorrow and Ive been through all the guides but can find anything about what to expect in a telephone assessment, like what questions they ask or how they trip you up. Mark Hateley rues 'crazy' Rangers stance as Celtic reinvention has him admitting that's the difference. Dont over think how long it will take or not take, just go with the flow. Its the not knowing which does our heads in. If you were happy with your written statement, then the interview is just for corroboration. 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. Rememberonly your worst day. It comes after Will's partner Jessie was accused of being not genuine in the Villa. Compiling the application response is the real hard graft but it proves that those who are deemed to have demonstrated enough are getting through. Compared to you guys I dont think thats long - was there enough in the written information and evidence ??? Hope this helps. Now that I have had time to reflect. To view profiles and participate in discussions please. I have finally had my PIP review telephone assessment after a seven month wait. 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 . Ironically they were late. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Mine was phone-based on 21 July 2021 and the letter notifying of the award was 7 Aug - so pretty quick. Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them. I suspect they are viewing on a screen the form you submitted. The DWP will use evidence from the assessment to help them decide if you need PIP. For more information, please see our Optical illusion tests viewers' IQ to spot hidden ballerina in five seconds. Its not a closed shop but must be galling for those who dont get approved. #4. Any tips re the assessment process. Please note that if you reject them, you may not be able to use all the functionalities of the site. I had a telephone assessment just after Christmas , the man who rang me was very polite and courteous and put me at ease straightaway. We use cookies on our website. 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. Ash Regan claimed a devolved parliament could set up a new central bank and ditch the pound just months after a vote for indepenence. Those who can solve the puzzle in time are said to have a high IQ in the top one per cent - how long did it take you? No all a bit random and jumbled. 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. Bartender shares 'rude' comment customers should never say when ordering drinks. I suspect (i.e. Celtic fans in hysterics at one man Rangers comedy show as Hotline regular takes heat off Michael Beale. For now my feet are up and I am being waited on hand and foot. 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. , Thankyou for your advice I currently get pip for both standard daily care and low mobility since 2016 I haven't applied for ESA didn't know I could while receiving pip I started claiming UC since march when my partner and I separated so that side of things all new to me but will definitely take your advice when I have my assessment on Monday and will let you know how I get on thankyou again much appreciated x, sisn71, Call or go online now and apply for ESA. I had a phone call today saying due to covid all assessments were by phone. Micheal shared some of the benefits of eating one type of food, including improved brain health. 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. Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. It really was just a re-hash of the form-filling done previously. I'd love to know how you get on. You do not have to accept it. Successful new claims for Pension Credit may also qualify for the 900 cost of living payment. Ohh any opinions on this. PIP assessment by phone - lasting 6 minutes. I had my PIP assessment over the phone , initially said it would be 90 min assessment 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. 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. Got a text from DWP next morning to say received the report and would hear within 8 weeks an outcome, So part of me is thinking 11 minutes I could hear her typing away. If like me, youre nervous, you may be tempted to rush things. CCTV image of man released by police following serious assault in Glasgow. Forgot your username? . For anyone waiting for a telephone assessment. I thought I read it took about an hour. Babyroobs is right they are turning down more than they award at the moment so just be prepared to make a mandatory reconsideration. 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. @Rogue thank you for sharing your experience. She didnt say initially that she had but it was obvious from what she asked me. Cops believe the man pictured will be able help assist with their ongoing investigation. Michael Beale's Rangers cup final message in contrast to Ange intensity that set Celtic up for relentless success. GMB's Susanna Reid forced to change dress that was too 'racy' for morning TV. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Hello Matey, I can feel your exhaustion as I read your post. I just answered his questions honestly . Forgot your username? Detective Inspector Graeme Dursley was speaking at the inquiry in Edinburgh today, March 1. I am second guessing the process and feeling that that is how a telephone assessment will feel. 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. Ive gone back to my call log and the whole thing was 11 minutes 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. The turn around has been pretty quick, 15th July deadline for sending PIP forms back, with an assessment set for Friday, 26th August. The sooner that decision comes - either way - the better. Mine is on Wednesday 7th September. WCA are for Employment Support Allowance not PIP. The use of my hands or lack of was discussed at great length, no doubt in my mind she had read all my evidence. I too received the same letter (well addressed to me obvs). This is how they try to catch people out and stop their benefits. Similarly, with anything to do with eating/swallowing and adaptations what why, how and when. I mulled over what I said, well the bits I could remember . Privacy Policy. How do I feel, numb . I was told that if the DWP queried anything she put in her report she would ring me back. 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. Kenny Reilly gangland killers told to "rot in hell" by grieving sister after Hampden banner stunt. 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. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. She did say that she would write a report based on what she had read and the telephone assessment. To reflect on what I had responded to within the written assessment Assessor was nice and pleasant with me during the call 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. I had my PIP Review telephone call today & it was just as you described. I couldnt reference anything, word blindness. New State Pension deadline next month for people to make sure they qualify for maximum retirement payment. Get the latest money news from the Daily Record with our weekly newsletter. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. I was surprised it took so long, that said I wasnt made to rush. 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