Pip

[Adrian1985]

Can diabetics with neuropathy claim pip I'm really struggling and need more help and have a carer but I would need to claim pip for that is there anyone else that claims it I'm 33 been type 1 for 13 years and badly controlled and now suffering the complications from it

 

[rosco 2]

My impression is that benefits are largely based upon the effects of pathologies on people. If your GP and hospital consultants will support your case then you have prospects I believe. I suggest you pick the brains of CAB perhaps?

 

[ally1]

PIP is very difficult to get, the mobility part is even harder to get.
I get the care element but that's nothing to do with my diabetes. I have very bad neuropathy in both legs so when I next do a review, I have to decide whether to say.
I would suggest looking at the PIP site via Google to give you an idea. I will warn you, the form is very long

 

[catfan]

Extensive information can be found here.

https://www.youreable.com/forums/forum.php

 

[Alison Campbell]

I could be wrong but I think the system is based on "the ability to do any work" rather than the degree of incapacity. It is very harsh process. Second the opinion to check with CAB first.

Just to clarify PIP is not related to work but care needs in daily life and mobility.

 

[catfan]

Or in simple rerms, how your condition affects you.