Hi everyone, here is a link to my weekly newsletter, I am adding a PIP section due to the increase in questions/feedback, please feel free to check it out if you are interested: charlieanderson.substack.com/ Thanks EVERYONE for watching and commenting! We will WIN! I send this weekly so its quicker to get updates and I chat about my life that week. Hope this helps as well x
Just had my phone assessment. I now see why so many people don’t get awarded. They deviate so much from the form you fill out for reassessment. Also I’d like to thank you for all you’re doing for people and helping those in genuine need. Keep it up and thank you
I had assessment 2 weeks ago but got to distressed I had to reschedule it. Assessor was asking question that weren’t in the assessment form. Apparently it’s their procedures. I’m so unwell right now that I can’t even make calls to make any appointments and even speak on the phone with them. Why kinds of questions did they ask you that weren’t in the form? Did you get awarded?
Thank you for your videos. I was literally dying on the road last year and only survived because a woman from the charity Mind helped me get housing, medical appointments and apply for PIP. I never got the full amount I should, and have been highly discouraged to do the reconsideration because apparently they will just cease it altogether and that's that forever. The system is so incredibly unfair because it takes so long to get anywhere even to get docs to listen and still there's no help, and by the time you even get PIP you've lost months to over a year already. This country is designed to make and keep people sick.
I am so pleased you met that woman! Thank fcuk! Yeah, the process sucks.....but I am so grateful to be British, I do think we have so much support than many other countries but there is SO much room for improvement! Thanks so much for commenting Charlie
I recently subscribed to your channel,l too suffer with chronic pain ,chronic fatigue amongst other things.l just wanted to thankyou for doing these videos.Bless you Charlie,l sincerely hope you do not lose your home.Please keep up with the good work that you do.
Another key point is to make sure you use the phrase, or something like it, 'I can't consistently or reliably perform this activity' Some of the assessors are sympathetic but there are some who seem to be on a mission to stop you getting PIP. By using this phrase you are letting them know that your ability to perform task or activities varies. It is unambiguous and an unscrupulous assessor can't make it sound like you can do the activity. Thanks for the video Charlie. Off to see what else you have.
Even though I wrote need an aid, like the pill dosette and prompting, like alarms to remind me to take the meds, those kind people at the DWP still say nil pois... what a lovely bunch of a-holes.
I have just found you I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis I myself am a mental health nurse I have worked my entire life without ever had the misfortune to claim. Benefits let alone a disability benefit I am so so thankful to you for this post, I am being g assessed next week for PIP and have absolutely no idea how to address this My flare ups are such a shock with astou ding debilitating I was previously so physically active and over the last 9 months I noticed a marked reduction I. Ability then complete inability It has also had THE most devastating effect on my mood and anxiety also It breaks my heart to hear of your own personal circumstances. I pray you will find security and peace Thank you so kindly for this TH-cam e support
Hi Charlie, bless you for making these videos. I'm so frightened of the whole process. How can I best say that I'm supposed to get physical therapy for cervical stenosis and PT for another condition, but because I can't access transport, either by someone taking me or public transport which I can't get to? How can I show the time I'm meant to have therapy when I can't even get there please? I can't drive myself anymore. Pain, weakness, poor co-ordination, poor grip, etc. I don't even have a wheelchair. This whole thing is terrifying. I applied for PIP a couple of years ago after an orthopaedic operation went wrong and left me unable to walk much, plus I have very low blood oxygen. I failed. No points. It crushed me, I didn't appeal because I suffer from depression and anxiety, which I never even mentioned. But now I'm hit by a bombshell of cervical stenosis with severe myelopathy and radiculopathy on both sides. C3 to C7. Thank you.
Hi, Please please stick with PIP. I know its really awful. Please watch this guide: th-cam.com/video/VYDYTX2Ml1Y/w-d-xo.html If you are not getting the physio, it does not count towards PIP. If you are doing the physio at home, maybe via online meetings/training and someone helps you, that counts. I think you need to go through the POINTS, check the description in the video I have recommended and score yourself. By sticking with the points that is ALL PIP really care about, you will know what to focus on You can email me if you get any questions xx charlieisdisablednotdead@gmail.com Take care and stay strong Charlie
@@CharliesJourney thank you so much, I'll review my answers. You're such a massive help. Bless your heart. I've been studying your videos for days, I'm plodding on and doing my best to answer them as best I can. I'd be totally hopeless without the guidance you've given. 😘
My award is ending this year and to say I'm s*****g myself is an understatement. I have lost 5 and a half stone so I have my previous hypertension under control, and don't take any meds anymore. Painkillers don't work so I don't take those either. I'm worried that will go against me.
Did I hear you say something about food and way to much sugar , then drink lucozade... I'm t2d, with copd and minor arthritis..I've been following Dr Berry, Dr Berg, and followed and watched and listened to improve my life style.. its working..main thing with me is carbs and super.. I've done this to get off the govements mess. I've lost 2 stone down to 14.5 stone... reduce inflammation, feel more active less pain diabetes is manged blood pressure managed.. My point is if your well and active you feel better, can work and live a normal life...and anjoy it..Good luck with your endeavour.
Hey Steve!!! I am working on this myself, I was using the sugar as a cheat as it would give me a boost so I could do some more work or help someone. I quit in December and I have a mentor with foods as I really really want to be able to fail PIP in the future (myself, to be able to call them and say....I no longer meet the points!!) Thanks so much for commenting!
Hi Charlie. Duloxetine is actually an anti depressant, not a drug for protection of the stomach. It can also be prescribed for nerve pain too. Just thought I'd point this out having spotted it on the LC review template xx
Hi Charlie, When I took meds for ADHD last year and I was in the application process for PIP at the same time I had problems with the medication screwing around with my already sensitive personality, I lost two and a half stone in 8 weeks. In my current situation with no support whatsoever I found taking medication to be completely unmanageable so I had no choice but to stop it and it's disappointing to say the tribunal scored me nothing despite the fact I do have troubles managing therapies. From what I understand none of this is seen as difficulty managing....
Charlie. My brother has prostate cancer which has spread into his bones. He's having radiotherapy & will be having his last lot this month. He's been turned down twice for PIP. I don't really know how to help him. He's still working as a hospital porter which can be heavy work sometimes. Should he try applying again?
Hi, OK.....just being totally honest with you. What I know of hospital porter work means that your brother walks ALOT. So that means no points in mobility. If he is able to load people into wheel chairs, use lifts and all the physical work that goes with his job, I do not think he will meet the points requirement. Which is a GOOD thing. It means he is too fit (currently to apply). BUT, in case I am wrong.....check this guide and score him against ALL points to make sure..... th-cam.com/video/VYDYTX2Ml1Y/w-d-xo.html Once you work out his points, you will know exactly where he stands I really hope this helps and I am really sorry he is suffering Charlie
Hi, yes...I totally understand. If you say on average 10-15min they will take 10mins. I am finding that as everyone just adapts to their life, if you really think about it....are you including the time it takes before you do the task or see the person i.e. get their meds, or encourage them to do whatever it is. Its probably longer than you think So say: on average 15min You could say: on average 15min but sometimes its longer. (If that matches your life) xx I am so pleased you are watching this as literally no one gets this bit right!
I think its going to be ok....but to be honest I am ignoring my bank account. I know thats not good, but hopefully in the next month progress will be made!
I won't put all my illnesses , but it's being hell since I had my incapacity benefit ,and trying to claim pip , but good for you for helping others ,whilst your in crisis .my dr's useless I've stopped using them ,they don't offer any support
Please do NOT give up. See another Doctor at the practice. They are really struggling with their work loads/budgets/etc. (I know some are just crap, but they are humans). Please keep fighting xx
Hi Charlie have you a video on claiming for chronic depression/depression and ADHD. Trying to help my daughter fill out her pip forms i have some ideas as I’m claiming pip for myself. Thanks
Charlie, I was recently granted PIP. I scored 12 points for the mobility aspect and just missed out by one point with the living part. Question, I am really struggling financially and could have done with the maximum monthly payment, so can I and should I appeal against the living award or would an appeal do more harm than good? Thank you
I am happy to answer this for you, I had to take my claim to court and I won. You should ONLY do a mandatory reconsideration and then to the tribunal if you disagree with how many points you were given for each section. I can totally empathise with your financial situation, but it is wrong to try and get more money out of the system that you're not entitled to. If you completely disagree with what points you were given and for what section, for example, if you said you used an aid to go to the toilet, but you weren't given any points by the assessor. Again I totally understand you struggling, but you should only get what you're entitled to, not because you only need one point and you need the money. Please don't try to lie to get more points. However if you think you definitely should gave been given more points, then you can challenge it, if your claim is old, you basically need to fill out another form
How does it work because I often don’t take my medication, because I’m forgetting, can’t be bothered or sometimes just paranoid about the meds. Heart medication for blood pressure and cholesterol, an assortment of pain meds for a spinal problem and antidepressants for how all this is affecting me. I can’t organise my mind enough to do this let alone organise my medication routine
I am 62 years old in Feb and I am on standard pip and now I have looked at your point system I think I should be on full because nearly all the answers I gave to pip is at the 4 point answer I was only 2 points of the full daily living and 2 points off disability I think they just made it that way I only had a phone call meeting What can I do Thank you
Hi Charlie I’ve got a pip assessment on phone on the 22nd Problem I have with this is, I have panic attacks on every phone call and since I’ve been waiting for this my mental health has taken a battering and it’s getting worse as time goes on. How will they know anything if I’m having a panic attack on the call??
Hi charlie just say i don't understand what you are saying and you need to take your time answering the question..and BREATH X you will be ok. I suffer from panic attack i have ADHD X
I would like to chat to you about possibly receiving your help with a consultation call, but your linked form says you have no availability. Can I get in touch another way?
Hi, you can email me at: charlieisdisablednotdead@gmail.com I will be opening again soon, my mentor was not impressed with me LOL I will send an update via the newsletter as soon as I reopen for bookings in Feb: charlieanderson.substack.com/ So sorry I am not free at the min, everything sort of exploded and I was not prepared! I am working on adapting to the requirements of everyone xx
hi Charlie have you ever heard of someone waiting over 4 years on there arrears in pip the guy who doing my case rings every day and pip do is give him dates and a pack of lies for over 4 years now I can't go out as I don't have anything to get myself about I'm at the end of my teather now would you have any advice for me I just don't know anymore please please help me
Is it your own home or rented you are lossing? Was made bankrupt 10 years ago , and lost my kids inheritance. there are ways to keep your home. That i know now but didnt know then.
I have ten tumours in my neck ,obvious complications there,I wouldn't have a operation during COVID ,for obvious reasons ,I suffer from arthiritus in my hip in the cold , also a bad ear infection all the time , and I've suffered with my dental , which I get severely depressed,but having worked in psychiatry as a care assistant ,it's a case of physician heal thyself . I don't get any meds now from the drs , it's a case of struggling on , I lost so much money when I went on uni credit ,and had bad experiences, the health assessments was money saving measures, there was one day I had a biopsy ,I looked like the elephant man ,and they called me in the day after, I've lost all respect and care for the system ,I try not to interact ,all my humanity as being stolen
Hi everyone, here is a link to my weekly newsletter, I am adding a PIP section due to the increase in questions/feedback, please feel free to check it out if you are interested:
charlieanderson.substack.com/
Thanks EVERYONE for watching and commenting! We will WIN! I send this weekly so its quicker to get updates and I chat about my life that week. Hope this helps as well x
Just had my phone assessment.
I now see why so many people don’t get awarded.
They deviate so much from the form you fill out for reassessment.
Also I’d like to thank you for all you’re doing for people and helping those in genuine need. Keep it up and thank you
Hiya could you give an example of how they deviate and was this a mandatory reconsideration assessment
I had assessment 2 weeks ago but got to distressed I had to reschedule it. Assessor was asking question that weren’t in the assessment form. Apparently it’s their procedures. I’m so unwell right now that I can’t even make calls to make any appointments and even speak on the phone with them. Why kinds of questions did they ask you that weren’t in the form? Did you get awarded?
Thank you for your videos. I was literally dying on the road last year and only survived because a woman from the charity Mind helped me get housing, medical appointments and apply for PIP. I never got the full amount I should, and have been highly discouraged to do the reconsideration because apparently they will just cease it altogether and that's that forever.
The system is so incredibly unfair because it takes so long to get anywhere even to get docs to listen and still there's no help, and by the time you even get PIP you've lost months to over a year already. This country is designed to make and keep people sick.
I am so pleased you met that woman! Thank fcuk!
Yeah, the process sucks.....but I am so grateful to be British, I do think we have so much support than many other countries but there is SO much room for improvement!
Thanks so much for commenting
Charlie
I recently subscribed to your channel,l too suffer with chronic pain ,chronic fatigue amongst other things.l just wanted to thankyou for doing these videos.Bless you Charlie,l sincerely hope you do not lose your home.Please keep up with the good work that you do.
Another key point is to make sure you use the phrase, or something like it, 'I can't consistently or reliably perform this activity' Some of the assessors are sympathetic but there are some who seem to be on a mission to stop you getting PIP. By using this phrase you are letting them know that your ability to perform task or activities varies. It is unambiguous and an unscrupulous assessor can't make it sound like you can do the activity.
Thanks for the video Charlie. Off to see what else you have.
Love this x
More power to you Charlie , wishing you every success .
Hi Julian, I hope you are ok! Thanks for your continued support x
Even though I wrote need an aid, like the pill dosette and prompting, like alarms to remind me to take the meds, those kind people at the DWP still say nil pois... what a lovely bunch of a-holes.
Richard I am so sorry you are having such a nightmare with this. I am thinking of you
I have just found you
I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis
I myself am a mental health nurse
I have worked my entire life without ever had the misfortune to claim. Benefits let alone a disability benefit
I am so so thankful to you for this post, I am being g assessed next week for PIP and have absolutely no idea how to address this
My flare ups are such a shock with astou ding debilitating
I was previously so physically active and over the last 9 months I noticed a marked reduction I. Ability then complete inability
It has also had THE most devastating effect on my mood and anxiety also
It breaks my heart to hear of your own personal circumstances. I pray you will find security and peace
Thank you so kindly for this TH-cam e support
Good luck and definitely check out my other videos that may help with your PIP assessment
Thank you very much for your work Charlie!
Hi Charlie, bless you for making these videos. I'm so frightened of the whole process. How can I best say that I'm supposed to get physical therapy for cervical stenosis and PT for another condition, but because I can't access transport, either by someone taking me or public transport which I can't get to? How can I show the time I'm meant to have therapy when I can't even get there please? I can't drive myself anymore. Pain, weakness, poor co-ordination, poor grip, etc. I don't even have a wheelchair. This whole thing is terrifying. I applied for PIP a couple of years ago after an orthopaedic operation went wrong and left me unable to walk much, plus I have very low blood oxygen. I failed. No points. It crushed me, I didn't appeal because I suffer from depression and anxiety, which I never even mentioned. But now I'm hit by a bombshell of cervical stenosis with severe myelopathy and radiculopathy on both sides. C3 to C7. Thank you.
Hi,
Please please stick with PIP. I know its really awful. Please watch this guide:
th-cam.com/video/VYDYTX2Ml1Y/w-d-xo.html
If you are not getting the physio, it does not count towards PIP. If you are doing the physio at home, maybe via online meetings/training and someone helps you, that counts.
I think you need to go through the POINTS, check the description in the video I have recommended and score yourself. By sticking with the points that is ALL PIP really care about, you will know what to focus on
You can email me if you get any questions xx
charlieisdisablednotdead@gmail.com
Take care and stay strong
Charlie
@@CharliesJourney thank you so much, I'll review my answers. You're such a massive help. Bless your heart. I've been studying your videos for days, I'm plodding on and doing my best to answer them as best I can. I'd be totally hopeless without the guidance you've given. 😘
My award is ending this year and to say I'm s*****g myself is an understatement. I have lost 5 and a half stone so I have my previous hypertension under control, and don't take any meds anymore. Painkillers don't work so I don't take those either. I'm worried that will go against me.
Did I hear you say something about food and way to much sugar , then drink lucozade... I'm t2d, with copd and minor arthritis..I've been following Dr Berry, Dr Berg, and followed and watched and listened to improve my life style.. its working..main thing with me is carbs and super.. I've done this to get off the govements mess. I've lost 2 stone down to 14.5 stone... reduce inflammation, feel more active less pain diabetes is manged blood pressure managed.. My point is if your well and active you feel better, can work and live a normal life...and anjoy it..Good luck with your endeavour.
Hey Steve!!! I am working on this myself, I was using the sugar as a cheat as it would give me a boost so I could do some more work or help someone.
I quit in December and I have a mentor with foods as I really really want to be able to fail PIP in the future (myself, to be able to call them and say....I no longer meet the points!!)
Thanks so much for commenting!
I love your tutorials, they are easy to follow fr someone like me who is t able to concentrate.
Well done x
Thanks for the advice video Charlie my mom reminds me to take my medications I have mining meds and night time meds
Great videos, keep warm if you can :-):-):-):-)
Hi Charlie. Duloxetine is actually an anti depressant, not a drug for protection of the stomach. It can also be prescribed for nerve pain too. Just thought I'd point this out having spotted it on the LC review template xx
Hi Charlie, When I took meds for ADHD last year and I was in the application process for PIP at the same time I had problems with the medication screwing around with my already sensitive personality, I lost two and a half stone in 8 weeks. In my current situation with no support whatsoever I found taking medication to be completely unmanageable so I had no choice but to stop it and it's disappointing to say the tribunal scored me nothing despite the fact I do have troubles managing therapies. From what I understand none of this is seen as difficulty managing....
Just found you - my mate suggested you. Thank u soon much
Charlie. My brother has prostate cancer which has spread into his bones. He's having radiotherapy & will be having his last lot this month.
He's been turned down twice for PIP.
I don't really know how to help him.
He's still working as a hospital porter which can be heavy work sometimes.
Should he try applying again?
Hi,
OK.....just being totally honest with you. What I know of hospital porter work means that your brother walks ALOT. So that means no points in mobility.
If he is able to load people into wheel chairs, use lifts and all the physical work that goes with his job, I do not think he will meet the points requirement. Which is a GOOD thing. It means he is too fit (currently to apply).
BUT, in case I am wrong.....check this guide and score him against ALL points to make sure.....
th-cam.com/video/VYDYTX2Ml1Y/w-d-xo.html
Once you work out his points, you will know exactly where he stands
I really hope this helps and I am really sorry he is suffering
Charlie
@@CharliesJourney thank you. This does help & good bless...
Charlie it is lovely to see you anytime ❤❤. Should you an average of, say 15 minutes, or be definite and say 15 minutes? I hope I'm making sense x
Hi, yes...I totally understand.
If you say on average 10-15min they will take 10mins.
I am finding that as everyone just adapts to their life, if you really think about it....are you including the time it takes before you do the task or see the person i.e. get their meds, or encourage them to do whatever it is. Its probably longer than you think
So say: on average 15min
You could say: on average 15min but sometimes its longer. (If that matches your life) xx
I am so pleased you are watching this as literally no one gets this bit right!
@@CharliesJourney thank you x
Dear Lord, I hope you do not lose your home. How distressing.
I think its going to be ok....but to be honest I am ignoring my bank account. I know thats not good, but hopefully in the next month progress will be made!
Just going through pip my self and came across your channel great videos 👍
@@CharliesJourney hi , hope all went well with you. Thankyou for videos and guidance, it really is SO helpful
If you do a change of circumstances do you just write no chance in the sections that haven't changed. Or do fill the whole form in again please?
I won't put all my illnesses , but it's being hell since I had my incapacity benefit ,and trying to claim pip , but good for you for helping others ,whilst your in crisis .my dr's useless I've stopped using them ,they don't offer any support
Please do NOT give up. See another Doctor at the practice. They are really struggling with their work loads/budgets/etc. (I know some are just crap, but they are humans). Please keep fighting xx
Hi Charlie have you a video on claiming for chronic depression/depression and ADHD. Trying to help my daughter fill out her pip forms i have some ideas as I’m claiming pip for myself. Thanks
Charlie, I was recently granted PIP. I scored 12 points for the mobility aspect and just missed out by one point with the living part. Question, I am really struggling financially and could have done with the maximum monthly payment, so can I and should I appeal against the living award or would an appeal do more harm than good? Thank you
I got 22 points for mobility and I also missed out by one point for high rate on the daily living.
I am happy to answer this for you, I had to take my claim to court and I won.
You should ONLY do a mandatory reconsideration and then to the tribunal if you disagree with how many points you were given for each section.
I can totally empathise with your financial situation, but it is wrong to try and get more money out of the system that you're not entitled to.
If you completely disagree with what points you were given and for what section, for example, if you said you used an aid to go to the toilet, but you weren't given any points by the assessor.
Again I totally understand you struggling, but you should only get what you're entitled to, not because you only need one point and you need the money. Please don't try to lie to get more points.
However if you think you definitely should gave been given more points, then you can challenge it, if your claim is old, you basically need to fill out another form
Ma6 the Lord bless you Charlie 😊 🙏
How does it work because I often don’t take my medication, because I’m forgetting, can’t be bothered or sometimes just paranoid about the meds.
Heart medication for blood pressure and cholesterol, an assortment of pain meds for a spinal problem and antidepressants for how all this is affecting me.
I can’t organise my mind enough to do this let alone organise my medication routine
I am 62 years old in Feb and I am on standard pip and now I have looked at your point system I think I should be on full because nearly all the answers I gave to pip is at the 4 point answer I was only 2 points of the full daily living and 2 points off disability I think they just made it that way I only had a phone call meeting
What can I do
Thank you
Hello again, I put a reply to your other comment x
Hi Charlie
I’ve got a pip assessment on phone on the 22nd
Problem I have with this is, I have panic attacks on every phone call and since I’ve been waiting for this my mental health has taken a battering and it’s getting worse as time goes on. How will they know anything if I’m having a panic attack on the call??
Hi charlie just say i don't understand what you are saying and you need to take your time answering the question..and BREATH X you will be ok. I suffer from panic attack i have ADHD X
I would like to chat to you about possibly receiving your help with a consultation call, but your linked form says you have no availability.
Can I get in touch another way?
Hi, you can email me at: charlieisdisablednotdead@gmail.com
I will be opening again soon, my mentor was not impressed with me LOL
I will send an update via the newsletter as soon as I reopen for bookings in Feb:
charlieanderson.substack.com/
So sorry I am not free at the min, everything sort of exploded and I was not prepared! I am working on adapting to the requirements of everyone xx
hi Charlie have you ever heard of someone waiting over 4 years on there arrears in pip the guy who doing my case rings every day and pip do is give him dates and a pack of lies for over 4 years now I can't go out as I don't have anything to get myself about I'm at the end of my teather now would you have any advice for me I just don't know anymore please please help me
Hi Charlie just sent email not for help but to give you some good feedback and about assistance dogs 😁
Hello!!! I have replied to your email!! Thank you so much!
Is it your own home or rented you are lossing? Was made bankrupt 10 years ago , and lost my kids inheritance. there are ways to keep your home. That i know now but didnt know then.
I have ten tumours in my neck ,obvious complications there,I wouldn't have a operation during COVID ,for obvious reasons ,I suffer from arthiritus in my hip in the cold , also a bad ear infection all the time , and I've suffered with my dental , which I get severely depressed,but having worked in psychiatry as a care assistant ,it's a case of physician heal thyself .
I don't get any meds now from the drs , it's a case of struggling on , I lost so much money when I went on uni credit ,and had bad experiences, the health assessments was money saving measures, there was one day I had a biopsy ,I looked like the elephant man ,and they called me in the day after, I've lost all respect and care for the system ,I try not to interact ,all my humanity as being stolen
I am so sorry you have had such a terrible experience. Please do not give up fighting for yourself x
4 years waiting on my pip money every week lies pay you this date that date
Do you have a patron/go funding me page-
Hi Charlie, seen you video and have tried to add you on linked in ,I to have psa,and a renewal form, could you help please