Take care of yourself, I've had a 13-year nightmare with the DWP. Now got high rate on both. Your advice is absolutely priceless. Watched a few of your videos now and you're absolutely spot on on everything you've said. Anyone who's stumbled across this channel and needs help then subscribe, you won't regret it. ✌❤100 percent.
Why is it dwp are more than happy to give pip to people who blatantly do not need it yet when you have a genuine illness that qualifies you for pip you get nothing it is so unfair👎 hope you feel bit better soon Charlie so nice of you to help people to understand this broken system👍
Theres a lad near me goes mountain biking 3 days a week, but every hospital or Doctor visit hes got a back brace on, walking sticks a neck collar and sometimes a wheel chair , gets money thrown at him.
@MONTY-YTNOM That's what I'm saying it's all wrong he probably sent dwp a pic of himself thumbs up on his bike and they said yep you definitely qualify for pip!
So helpful. It didn’t even cross my mind to mention my pill box. I think you get so use to the new normal that you forget over time that actually its something you never use to use. These aids creep up on you.
I get my meds in the nomad pack from the pharmacy one week at a time to try and stop me ODing. The tip I was given when I was last in the psych ward. Base everything on your worst days! Even mental health can be crippling and my instances from going from functional to attempting to terminate can be seconds. First time I tried for PIP I had help from citizens advice, got nowhere. Second time, done it myself and got the full rate. Having a supportive medical team around you can make a huge difference as well. Be kind to them! I’ve recently had my review and change from PIP to ADP in Scotland and it’s been seamless. Be honest, though, and always about you at your worst in every scenario. Also, it’s alarming how any disability can impact your life. Since last August, when I experienced a blood clot in my left shoulder during a bowel operation my confidence has dropped severely. Even before losing my job August 2022, I’ve had DWP tell me I’m not fit for work related activity. Just make sure you use your words on the forms or encounter. The best people to ask for advice or help with your disability are disabled themselves. Together we can all get there!
Charlie, heartfelt thanks and appreciation for all you do. You are a lovely lady, clearly not well (you don't look shit by the way) who is doing a sterling job trying to help others. God bless, hoping you feel better very soon.
You ought to be immensely proud of yourself. To be so evidently unwell and try to advise and support others is beyond commendable. My house mate is extremely poorly. He calls the DWP legalised murderers armed with a pen
Thank you for trying so hard and doing so much. I too have ME/ CFS & don't know when I'll be hit with Utter exhaustion and illness. We've also been through an awful time when medical professional didn't back us. You are helping,but please look after yourself.
Thank you. I recognise so much of your issues in myself. I cannot get up till 11 am, and I can’t get up because my back hurts. By 3pm I’m exhausted again.
I always feel a little better about my situation when I’ve watched your content. Great information once again Charlie ,it’s very much appreciated . Respect and love to you ❤
Great video Charlie nice information too in my pip telephone assessment I mentioned a zimmerframe,a walking stick,and I have a pill reminder and a calm support cushion xx
Charlie , another great video . I must say thank you to you as watching your videos give me a little bit more confidence in myself. You are a natural on video … I talk to myself without filming my self 😂
Just came across your channel and what a huge help you are so thank you what an exceptional human being you are I'm truly grateful, You sre so right we do adapt and I had not thought about it this way, Take care not to over do things your wellbeing has to come first, Again thank you so much your channel is amazing.
I hope you're soon feeling better charlie, thanks for this video it's brilliant, ..... in our world Charlie you are a complete superstar, manythanks, [Sharon here,] xx
Hi dear Charlie. Many thanks for your efforts to make this video! It's very helpful and I appreciate. Please, keep well and you do a very important work, God bless you.
You look tired. Take care of yourself. Much love for sharing your advice and experience. Much appreciated. I have an autistic granddaughter just turning 16 xx
Thanks again for a helpful video, but what about the mobility part of PIP? These are the points I was given for aids, so do as Charlie said and take pics; I'm a dumb ass and didn't. Stool for cooking/washing up - 0 points. Use microwave (got rid of cooker as fire alarm kept going off as I doze off) - 0 points. Pill organiser (has 2 rows of pots for AM and PM) - 0 points. Sit on edge of bath to sink wash - 0 points. Hold on to things to sit on toilet - 0 points. Sit down to put on clothes (bottoms and socks) - 0 points. I say and do things before my brain engages, so can be rude to people. I've been the same since primary school but was never diagnosed with ADHD, even though many believe I have it - 0 points.
I have to have dosette boxes for my meds, they have all my meds in separate compartments with the times I have to take them, they have a low impact paper cover that is easy to expel my meds, I'm just waiting to have a reassessment by telephone, I've been on pip for 3 years now, I have had a good read of the points I was awarded on my initial assessment, I would say that my health has worsened since my initial assessment. I am worried about my reassessment but I have found your videos very useful. Hope your are keeping well.
Hope you feel better soon… I have started on my application form , and try to do little bit every day …. Your help through the videos are great … I’m doing it on rough paper, once I feel I’ve done all I can … I will email you … Thank you for your help and encouragement…
Thank u so mush I have a first review and worried payment won’t continue.i had two major heart attacks lest me 42% usage it my and mental health and memory problems watching as many videos as I can cos really carnt deal with stress of loosing my pip . Hope u fell better soon take care ❤
Thank you for the update I have gentle grip socks and toe separates as I have painful bunions and I am waiting for a telephone appointment about my feet
Hi Charlie Please make a course for us, I will buy it for sure and i'm sure many others would as well. It wil helpall of us including yourself, go for it ❤
If you get 2 points for perching stool. Would you get 0 for sitting in your wheelchair? Ditto sitting in wheelchair to get dressed does that count as an aid since “you are already in it?!”
Hi, thanks for your honesty in the videos and hope you feel better soon. I have been getting Pip for a while, ( DLA before that). Since the beginning my needs have changed, not I may add for the better. Can I ask for a review or is it is what it is? Thanks
Very helpful as always Charlie, thank you for your advice especially whilst you're not feeling so good, I'm a right leg above knee amputee and the DWP think I'll grow another leg. The perch chair you've talked about, I'm going to add that to my 4 yearly review I'm going through atm as well as the shower chair/stool, have to say though, TH-cam using "AIDS" virus as a reference to your video for disability aids? How stupid does a internet channel have to be? TH-cam hasn't got a clue what it's doing lol.. keep up the good work you're doing Charlie!
I wish id found you the other week as I had my first assessment. I'm always falling over and now Iv'e gone and broken my ankle in two places just to add to it. I never realised I was even using the sink and radiator to get up and down off the toilet until even that didn't help.
Thank you for the invaluable information you have provided during the difficult process of PIP I have been awarded LWCRA and have the Doctors written report regarding my conditions, is it worth providing this when looking at claiming PIP Thank you
I had people follow me for a Pip assessment, I know this because it was in the report, I left my country of birth due to a narcisstic stalker, I have become so paranoid and traumatised..I only shop at night once a week..other wise I stay indoors..I dont know what to or who to turn to..Help...I have PTSD, Cyclothymia and Diabetes...I have to live with myself 24 / 7 and its hell. Thank you for reading this tale of woe...
Hi Charlie, thank you so much for making these informative videos it’s really helpful, can you please 1:47 do a video on mental health depressions and anxiety, I’m suffering from this illness long time now but I’m not sure how to make claim and what to do I’m very confused. Thank you so much I will appreciate it a lot.
Hope you have more good days than bad! Appreciate the effort it takes to produce these videos. On a selfish note, as I'm too old for PIP, do you have any plans to provide advice on Attendance Allowance? I'm totally confused by contradictory information regarding this subject. For example, a question about needing assistance to get up the stairs - I do, but it's called a bannister. Are they looking for a person, or do aids such as you describe for PIP count as well? Thank you
Very good video thankyou I just got of heroin after nearly 20 years. I have got Pip, I get 107 a fortnight, so I would like your suggestions on what to do appeal or a change of circumstances form. Thank you so much for all the help you're doing. Wish I found this channel a long time ago.😅thanx
Nowadays I’ve got to stop drinking if I’m going out as I’m peeing more & more frequently. If I have a drink within 30 minutes I need to pee! And at night I think my record through the small hours is 8 trips to pee. Then my bowels! Is actually going due to diverticular disease! But when it’s the day it works I’ll be on the loo for what seems ages!! And that’s not the main crux of my PIP which is down to arthritis in my toes, ankles, knees, hands, lumbar spondylitis and instability in my ankles..didnt think about pill/med boxes…as I take up to 10 different meds a day and I use my smartphone to chime to remind me to what to take and when! As for bathing I have flannel washes sitting on the loo! As last time I had a bath I struggled to get out! Took at least 45 minutes! And living on my own was a scary experience!
Hi Charlie , I don't go out a lot mainly because of kidney and Pancreaus Pain and yes I don't sleep much because of that I've been diagnosed with Insomnia but mainly because of my epilepsy . I've had an epileptic attack when I've been in the town centre before and I actually got mugged whilst I was unconscious . I know it's sickening but it happens all over the place all over the country to people with Epilepsy .
Thanks so much for your advice. I'm working on my MR and have new medical evidence to submit along with my report. Will diary/journal entries help me maximise my scores? I had standard daily living and require enhanced.
i past my tribunal after 6 years tha giv me enhanced living abd standard mobility im still on legacy esa can any1 tell me what i need to do to get the highest rate on it plz
Hi Charlie what about a bed handle frame to lift myself up an out of bed, I have an handle attached to my bathroom wall for the toilet and a fold down walk in shower seat..
I'm suffering from a major stroke, my life as it was is now over, I never realised what I took for granted, I've applied for pip will I be eligible, thanks for the positive advice
hello, i've just received my pip review form and have got to start filling it out, i've found that adult nappies are best for outings, my biggest problem is that i haven't been to the doctors at all in the last 4 years since lockdown for two reasons, obviously the best way to contract any virus is the doctors surgery and not having had the so called vaccine high;y likely to get it, i'm a diabetic type 2 insulin and tablet controlled, also i have Cervical myelopathy which was operated on about 2017 i now have great difficulty standing or walking i don't know how i'll get on after this form filling but i'll update you, keep smiling through the pain everyone and always remember.....there is always some other poor soul who is worse off than yourself.
I applied for pip twice and two mandatory considerations then the 2nd time I asked for tribunal and still got declined, they wanted me to attend it but I explained I don’t even leave the house!
Hi I have a disabled partner he as different aids to help him around the house stair lift shower fitted raised toilet seat things like that over the last 3 years I’ve got osteoarthritis in my knees and my back and neck I do get the low rate pip I have said to them that I use my partners stair lift shower stool raised toilet seat there a god send. pip said because they wasn’t put in for me they aids don’t count is that correct. Thank you
Hi Charlie,I had a review video assessment two weeks ago.I received a message the next day that we had received your report and let you know the decision within six weeks. Yesterday I received a text message at 3.27 pm that we tried to call you. but you were not available we will call you again between 3.45 and 4.15 pm.I was in the shower all the time with my carer. When I saw this message I checked there was only one missed call at 3.56pm nothing before that.I called them back and there was a pre-recorded message that if necessary we will call you again. This morning I received a text message that your review is complete. You should receive your decision in 2 weeks. What do you think ? Is it usual
Hi,I'm carrying a number of medical issues and I've had a number of problems with my incapacity benefit and pip over the years,is there anyway that I can contact you directly?
Is it OK to inform the assessor that I am recording the call for my private use only, once I pick up the call. Or do I have to give them notice ahead of time?
Charlie made a video covering this recently. Her client told the assessor they would be recording for their own benefit so they don't forget. It was allowed.
Hi Charlie, ( this is BB, though TH-cam loves to give me this other name lol )please can I suggest that if anyone sends photos please maybe send a separate full colour copy of them direct to DWP. I am not sure what the address is, I am 7 years into a long term review so its a while ago. I have a skin condition similar to yours plus it gets infected regularly I also have Lymphedema and various other conditions. It was impossible to show these things as I was unable to stand and was swathed in dressings, bandages, braces and wraps ( the nurse was astounded I was even being assessed ) When I saw the assessor she was so pleased I had full colour copies of all the photos I had submitted to give her as she said the photos just appear as small black and white boxes once they are scanned on the system and she couldn't make out what they were. I did have to sign a disclaimer as the photos were a bit yuck and give my permission etc, she then put them in the envelope to send to DWP. She did say in future just to send the photos separately ( obviously with my name and national insurance number clearly written on each one ) but now I cant think if she said initially to send a set to DWP and a set to the assessment centre? Basically and please excuse me but you know where I am coming from lol when I say my head doesn't work right well, so what I mean is all parties need to see, in your face, full colour pics lol otherwise unless things have changed all they see are tiny black and white pics of photos that show a blur of nothing. Charlie, you are a lot more succinct than me with writing lol please could you perhaps take what I am trying to say here and perhaps update if things have changed and simplify it if possible ? Thank you so much, I am really taking in all your advice and I share your pain and frustration x
i fully support what you say for myself i dont (feel) like doing 1,list. of disslike -- working doing jobs managing money ....... thanks so how mutch are you paying me then ?????
I use plastic spoons and bowls are they aids? I only eat ice cream. Possibly because my PTSD and ADHD perimenopause turned into some sort of brain damage. Fingers crossed, even though symptoms are pointing to lewys body early dementia, it might go away and so will the hallucinations and delirium that’s causing the rodents touching cutlery spoons! yet not found or making noise yet! I don’t know if i prefer the idea that I’m crazy or I have an infestation of extremely clever SAS camouflage constipated rodents. I know I need Pip I jus need to apply.
I have had a car for last 20 years, I lost it because I can hold a mobile phone ergo I can hold a steering wheel , never mind that I was given 10 points for my mobility.
I know I'm being picky What is the point in giving a person 10 pts in mobility category apart from messing the applicant up either by losing the enhancement or as having the same payment as 8 pts you just said people who use a walking pole by your definition aren't I'll I cant agree with that a walking pole is much easier to fold up when sitting down than a walking stick
They want to get people back to work to pay taxes to help the boat people in their nice hotels rooms where our own homeless people are on the streets 😮
I hope you are feeling better and thank you for all your help for those who need it despite your suffering, How do I contact you as I could do with your help.
Hi Charlie, how do I get in touch with you please? Do you have an email address? I created a LinkedIn account just to message you but when I click message it brings up another thing trying to give me a free trial of a messaging service?? No idea how LinkedIn works, lol! Appreciate I might not be looking in the right places. Thanks.
Hope you feel better... don't overdo it, you're right, we don't care what you look like, your info and insight is so invaluable 💜
Take care of yourself, I've had a 13-year nightmare with the DWP. Now got high rate on both. Your advice is absolutely priceless. Watched a few of your videos now and you're absolutely spot on on everything you've said. Anyone who's stumbled across this channel and needs help then subscribe, you won't regret it. ✌❤100 percent.
Why is it dwp are more than happy to give pip to people who blatantly do not need it yet when you have a genuine illness that qualifies you for pip you get nothing it is so unfair👎 hope you feel bit better soon Charlie so nice of you to help people to understand this broken system👍
Very Broken System . Liars incorporated I call the Assessors
Theres a lad near me goes mountain biking 3 days a week, but every hospital or Doctor visit hes got a back brace on, walking sticks a neck collar and sometimes a wheel chair , gets money thrown at him.
@MONTY-YTNOM That's what I'm saying it's all wrong he probably sent dwp a pic of himself thumbs up on his bike and they said yep you definitely qualify for pip!
There's no illness that automatically qualifies you for PIP, except a terminal illness.
I don’t currently need any help with my claim but I still watch. I learn something invaluable every time. Thank you for dedicating your time ❤
So helpful. It didn’t even cross my mind to mention my pill box. I think you get so use to the new normal that you forget over time that actually its something you never use to use. These aids creep up on you.
I get my meds in the nomad pack from the pharmacy one week at a time to try and stop me ODing. The tip I was given when I was last in the psych ward. Base everything on your worst days! Even mental health can be crippling and my instances from going from functional to attempting to terminate can be seconds. First time I tried for PIP I had help from citizens advice, got nowhere. Second time, done it myself and got the full rate. Having a supportive medical team around you can make a huge difference as well. Be kind to them!
I’ve recently had my review and change from PIP to ADP in Scotland and it’s been seamless. Be honest, though, and always about you at your worst in every scenario. Also, it’s alarming how any disability can impact your life. Since last August, when I experienced a blood clot in my left shoulder during a bowel operation my confidence has dropped severely. Even before losing my job August 2022, I’ve had DWP tell me I’m not fit for work related activity. Just make sure you use your words on the forms or encounter. The best people to ask for advice or help with your disability are disabled themselves. Together we can all get there!
Charlie, heartfelt thanks and appreciation for all you do. You are a lovely lady, clearly not well (you don't look shit by the way) who is doing a sterling job trying to help others. God bless, hoping you feel better very soon.
You ought to be immensely proud of yourself. To be so evidently unwell and try to advise and support others is beyond commendable. My house mate is extremely poorly. He calls the DWP legalised murderers armed with a pen
😂😂😂
Your videos are like a life support. Thank you.
Thank you for trying so hard and doing so much. I too have ME/ CFS & don't know when I'll be hit with Utter exhaustion and illness. We've also been through an awful time when medical professional didn't back us. You are helping,but please look after yourself.
Thank you. I recognise so much of your issues in myself. I cannot get up till 11 am, and I can’t get up because my back hurts. By 3pm I’m exhausted again.
Hey Charlie. Another success for you. I got awarded pip after following your advice I have CFS. Thanks so much for all your advice. 😊
I always feel a little better about my situation when I’ve watched your content. Great information once again Charlie ,it’s very much appreciated . Respect and love to you ❤
Stay strong Charli thanks for your knowledge and experience hopefully you feel better soon 🙏
Thank you for helping and caring. I hope you feel more comfortable soon xx
Helpful and informative post thank you.
Hope you feel better later.
I do love the “Aids/Hiv” context notice youtube put up 😂
Bless you Charlie, I really really value & appreciate you 🙏🕯️
Thank you so much, I wish I'd discovered your channel and absolutely brilliant support sooner. Really appreciate your explanations of help.
Great video Charlie nice information too in my pip telephone assessment I mentioned a zimmerframe,a walking stick,and I have a pill reminder and a calm support cushion xx
Thanks so much Charlie, these video's have really helped me understand PIP and what i need to think about. Hope you get your strength back soon 💜
Hi Charlie, your videos are so informative for me....I write down notes while watching. Thanks so much for your help!!😊
Charlie , another great video . I must say thank you to you as watching your videos give me a little bit more confidence in myself. You are a natural on video … I talk to myself without filming my self 😂
Just came across your channel and what a huge help you are so thank you what an exceptional human being you are I'm truly grateful, You sre so right we do adapt and I had not thought about it this way, Take care not to over do things your wellbeing has to come first, Again thank you so much your channel is amazing.
I hope you're soon feeling better charlie, thanks for this video it's brilliant, ..... in our world Charlie you are a complete superstar, manythanks, [Sharon here,] xx
Thank you Charlie.
Very well explained and lots of good advice 1of the best I've seen hope your well
Sending love your way my friend xx
Hi dear Charlie. Many thanks for your efforts to make this video! It's very helpful and I appreciate. Please, keep well and you do a very important work, God bless you.
You look tired. Take care of yourself. Much love for sharing your advice and experience. Much appreciated. I have an autistic granddaughter just turning 16 xx
Thanks again for a helpful video, but what about the mobility part of PIP?
These are the points I was given for aids, so do as Charlie said and take pics; I'm a dumb ass and didn't.
Stool for cooking/washing up - 0 points.
Use microwave (got rid of cooker as fire alarm kept going off as I doze off) - 0 points.
Pill organiser (has 2 rows of pots for AM and PM) - 0 points.
Sit on edge of bath to sink wash - 0 points.
Hold on to things to sit on toilet - 0 points.
Sit down to put on clothes (bottoms and socks) - 0 points.
I say and do things before my brain engages, so can be rude to people. I've been the same since primary school but was never diagnosed with ADHD, even though many believe I have it - 0 points.
I have to have dosette boxes for my meds, they have all my meds in separate compartments with the times I have to take them, they have a low impact paper cover that is easy to expel my meds, I'm just waiting to have a reassessment by telephone, I've been on pip for 3 years now, I have had a good read of the points I was awarded on my initial assessment, I would say that my health has worsened since my initial assessment. I am worried about my reassessment but I have found your videos very useful. Hope your are keeping well.
Awe babe its NOT just what we want frm u, talking about PIP, straight talk love ya babe❤ & carry on
Hope you feel better soon…
I have started on my application form , and try to do little bit every day …. Your help through the videos are great … I’m doing it on rough paper, once I feel I’ve done all I can … I will email you …
Thank you for your help and encouragement…
Thank u so mush I have a first review and worried payment won’t continue.i had two major heart attacks lest me 42% usage it my and mental health and memory problems watching as many videos as I can cos really carnt deal with stress of loosing my pip . Hope u fell better soon take care ❤
take care of yourself, you do so much for others
Sending love to you. ❤❤
Take care and stay safe
Thank you for the update I have gentle grip socks and toe separates as I have painful bunions and I am waiting for a telephone appointment about my feet
Thanks for videos had my telephone assessment today really found it stressful
Ive got one coming up
Such a hero….
Hi Charlie
Please make a course for us, I will buy it for sure and i'm sure many others would as well.
It wil helpall of us including yourself, go for it ❤
Great video,!
If you get 2 points for perching stool. Would you get 0 for sitting in your wheelchair?
Ditto sitting in wheelchair to get dressed does that count as an aid since “you are already in it?!”
Hi, thanks for your honesty in the videos and hope you feel better soon. I have been getting Pip for a while, ( DLA before that). Since the beginning my needs have changed, not I may add for the better. Can I ask for a review or is it is what it is? Thanks
Very helpful as always Charlie, thank you for your advice especially whilst you're not feeling so good, I'm a right leg above knee amputee and the DWP think I'll grow another leg. The perch chair you've talked about, I'm going to add that to my 4 yearly review I'm going through atm as well as the shower chair/stool, have to say though, TH-cam using "AIDS" virus as a reference to your video for disability aids? How stupid does a internet channel have to be? TH-cam hasn't got a clue what it's doing lol.. keep up the good work you're doing Charlie!
Tbh Charlie it helps to see you aren't all polished and shiny - none of us are ❤❤❤❤
I wish id found you the other week as I had my first assessment. I'm always falling over and now Iv'e gone and broken my ankle in two places just to add to it. I never realised I was even using the sink and radiator to get up and down off the toilet until even that didn't help.
Thank you for the invaluable information you have provided during the difficult process of PIP
I have been awarded LWCRA and have the Doctors written report regarding my conditions, is it worth providing this when looking at claiming PIP
Thank you
I had people follow me for a Pip assessment, I know this because it was in the report, I left my country of birth due to a narcisstic stalker, I have become so paranoid and traumatised..I only shop at night once a week..other wise I stay indoors..I dont know what to or who to turn to..Help...I have PTSD, Cyclothymia and Diabetes...I have to live with myself 24 / 7 and its hell. Thank you for reading this tale of woe...
Hi Charlie, thank you so much for making these informative videos it’s really helpful, can you please 1:47 do a video on mental health depressions and anxiety, I’m suffering from this illness long time now but I’m not sure how to make claim and what to do I’m very confused. Thank you so much I will appreciate it a lot.
Hope you have more good days than bad! Appreciate the effort it takes to produce these videos. On a selfish note, as I'm too old for PIP, do you have any plans to provide advice on Attendance Allowance? I'm totally confused by contradictory information regarding this subject. For example, a question about needing assistance to get up the stairs - I do, but it's called a bannister. Are they looking for a person, or do aids such as you describe for PIP count as well? Thank you
Very good video thankyou I just got of heroin after nearly 20 years. I have got Pip, I get 107 a fortnight, so I would like your suggestions on what to do appeal or a change of circumstances form. Thank you so much for all the help you're doing. Wish I found this channel a long time ago.😅thanx
Hi hope all OK with you I have MS thanks for your video these forms are something very hard to fill in correctly this video will help thanks
Nowadays I’ve got to stop drinking if I’m going out as I’m peeing more & more frequently. If I have a drink within 30 minutes I need to pee! And at night I think my record through the small hours is 8 trips to pee. Then my bowels! Is actually going due to diverticular disease! But when it’s the day it works I’ll be on the loo for what seems ages!! And that’s not the main crux of my PIP which is down to arthritis in my toes, ankles, knees, hands, lumbar spondylitis and instability in my ankles..didnt think about pill/med boxes…as I take up to 10 different meds a day and I use my smartphone to chime to remind me to what to take and when! As for bathing I have flannel washes sitting on the loo! As last time I had a bath I struggled to get out! Took at least 45 minutes! And living on my own was a scary experience!
Hi Charlie , I don't go out a lot mainly because of kidney and Pancreaus Pain and yes I don't sleep much because of that I've been diagnosed with Insomnia but mainly because of my epilepsy . I've had an epileptic attack when I've been in the town centre before and I actually got mugged whilst I was unconscious . I know it's sickening but it happens all over the place all over the country to people with Epilepsy .
Thanks so much for your advice. I'm working on my MR and have new medical evidence to submit along with my report. Will diary/journal entries help me maximise my scores? I had standard daily living and require enhanced.
i past my tribunal after 6 years tha giv me enhanced living abd standard mobility im still on legacy esa can any1 tell me what i need to do to get the highest rate on it plz
Hi Charlie what about a bed handle frame to lift myself up an out of bed, I have an handle attached to my bathroom wall for the toilet and a fold down walk in shower seat..
I also suffer from psoriatic arthritis amongst other things I feel your pain
I'm suffering from a major stroke, my life as it was is now over, I never realised what I took for granted, I've applied for pip will I be eligible, thanks for the positive advice
I was just wondering if I could mention things that I didn't mention on my PIP form, such as having aids for showering?
Pillbox: there are 1-2-3-4 doses per day boxes. It is important to check before you buy otherwise you can end up confused.
Hi do you help with blue bage forms?
Does knee brace count if you have to wear them everyday also what about heart failure count
Hi could you please help with Mobility component when suffering from ADHD, Bipolar and BPD! Many thanks. PS couldn’t see your email.
hello, i've just received my pip review form and have got to start filling it out, i've found that adult nappies are best for outings, my biggest problem is that i haven't been to the doctors at all in the last 4 years since lockdown for two reasons, obviously the best way to contract any virus is the doctors surgery and not having had the so called vaccine high;y likely to get it, i'm a diabetic type 2 insulin and tablet controlled, also i have Cervical myelopathy which was operated on about 2017 i now have great difficulty standing or walking i don't know how i'll get on after this form filling but i'll update you, keep smiling through the pain everyone and always remember.....there is always some other poor soul who is worse off than yourself.
I applied for pip twice and two mandatory considerations then the 2nd time I asked for tribunal and still got declined, they wanted me to attend it but I explained I don’t even leave the house!
Think these are fab however I’m getting confused eg if you get prompting 2pts and an aid 2pts in same section is that 2 or 4 pts in total
What about CPAP and stopping breathing 11 times an hour, even with CPAP (36 times ph without) I wake exhausted. Where do I write this?
Hi I have a disabled partner he as different aids to help him around the house stair lift shower fitted raised toilet seat things like that over the last 3 years I’ve got osteoarthritis in my knees and my back and neck I do get the low rate pip I have said to them that I use my partners stair lift shower stool raised toilet seat there a god send. pip said because they wasn’t put in for me they aids don’t count is that correct. Thank you
Hi, how do I contact you? I am about to start tribunal proceedings.
😊
I make all my vids sitting in bed we can start a whole new corner of content creators LOL. Gentle hugs hon :0) xx
Hi Charlie,I had a review video assessment two weeks ago.I received a message the next day that we had received your report and let you know the decision within six weeks. Yesterday I received a text message at 3.27 pm that we tried to call you. but you were not available we will call you again between 3.45 and 4.15 pm.I was in the shower all the time with my carer. When I saw this message I checked there was only one missed call at 3.56pm nothing before that.I called them back and there was a pre-recorded message that if necessary we will call you again. This morning I received a text message that your review is complete. You should receive your decision in 2 weeks.
What do you think ? Is it usual
Just had my assessment,my god it's so damn difficult to answer those questions 😐 ,not even sure if l got my problems across 😪
Don’t worry, put it behind you now …
I need help with applying, do you provide help?
Hi,I'm carrying a number of medical issues and I've had a number of problems with my incapacity benefit and pip over the years,is there anyway that I can contact you directly?
I have really bad emphysema and can hardly talk, They insisted in a phone review :( I'm going to struggle
Is it OK to inform the assessor that I am recording the call for my private use only, once I pick up the call. Or do I have to give them notice ahead of time?
Charlie made a video covering this recently. Her client told the assessor they would be recording for their own benefit so they don't forget. It was allowed.
@@MJPageThanks for this. I think I watch too many other pip videos giving different answers. 😮
Hi Charlie, ( this is BB, though TH-cam loves to give me this other name lol )please can I suggest that if anyone sends photos please maybe send a separate full colour copy of them direct to DWP. I am not sure what the address is, I am 7 years into a long term review so its a while ago. I have a skin condition similar to yours plus it gets infected regularly I also have Lymphedema and various other conditions. It was impossible to show these things as I was unable to stand and was swathed in dressings, bandages, braces and wraps ( the nurse was astounded I was even being assessed )
When I saw the assessor she was so pleased I had full colour copies of all the photos I had submitted to give her as she said the photos just appear as small black and white boxes once they are scanned on the system and she couldn't make out what they were. I did have to sign a disclaimer as the photos were a bit yuck and give my permission etc, she then put them in the envelope to send to DWP. She did say in future just to send the photos separately ( obviously with my name and national insurance number clearly written on each one ) but now I cant think if she said initially to send a set to DWP and a set to the assessment centre?
Basically and please excuse me but you know where I am coming from lol when I say my head doesn't work right well, so what I mean is all parties need to see, in your face, full colour pics lol otherwise unless things have changed all they see are tiny black and white pics of photos that show a blur of nothing. Charlie, you are a lot more succinct than me with writing lol please could you perhaps take what I am trying to say here and perhaps update if things have changed and simplify it if possible ? Thank you so much, I am really taking in all your advice and I share your pain and frustration x
How do I mail please .
i fully support what you say for myself i dont (feel) like doing 1,list. of disslike -- working doing jobs managing money ....... thanks so how mutch are you paying me then ?????
I use plastic spoons and bowls are they aids? I only eat ice cream. Possibly because my PTSD and ADHD perimenopause turned into some sort of brain damage. Fingers crossed, even though symptoms are pointing to lewys body early dementia, it might go away and so will the hallucinations and delirium that’s causing the rodents touching cutlery spoons! yet not found or making noise yet! I don’t know if i prefer the idea that I’m crazy or I have an infestation of extremely clever SAS camouflage constipated rodents. I know I need Pip I jus need to apply.
I have had a car for last 20 years, I lost it because I can hold a mobile phone ergo I can hold a steering wheel , never mind that I was given 10 points for my mobility.
I know I'm being picky What is the point in giving a person 10 pts in mobility category apart from messing the applicant up either by losing the enhancement or as having the same payment as 8 pts you just said people who use a walking pole by your definition aren't I'll I cant agree with that a walking pole is much easier to fold up when sitting down than a walking stick
They want to get people back to work to pay taxes to help the boat people in their nice hotels rooms where our own homeless people are on the streets
😮
Someone with HIV is abled bodied and is able to do everything everybody else does.
LIKE👍👍🏿👍👍🏿👍 🤩 😇 🤩 😇🤩 💯❣💯❣💯
I hope you are feeling better and thank you for all your help for those who need it despite your suffering, How do I contact you as I could do with your help.
🥰 sending love
sound advice charlie BUT it gets white washed by assessor, case manager
Hi Charlie, how do I get in touch with you please? Do you have an email address? I created a LinkedIn account just to message you but when I click message it brings up another thing trying to give me a free trial of a messaging service?? No idea how LinkedIn works, lol! Appreciate I might not be looking in the right places. Thanks.