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PIP Query MH Planning and following a journey

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7 years 3 weeks ago #182129 by Gordon

XFACTOR wrote: Isnt it the case that a journey begins at A and ends at B. Frequently the joruney will not be door to door in a car so if Paula (with agarophobia) cannot walk in public from the car park to the destination then ( this is in theory for clarification purposes) there would be un inability to complete a journey (that is if by 'undertaking a journey the descriptor assumes the journey is completed) I would say that very often indeed the ability to drive a car only tgets the driver to within half a mile of their destination.
I imagine that if Paula cannot manage that PIP in theory for assessment purposes journey more than half the time by car or any means then she should score ?


I would certainly be interested to know how would someone who cannot get out of their immediate town or locality for psychologica;l reasons fare with the descriptors ?


The Descriptors do not define a journey other than in terms of it being "familiar" or unfamiliar".

Whilst I would agree that someone who cannot leave their car due to agoraphobia would not be completing the journey, I think a claimant would be asked why they were undertaking it in the first place if they had that restriction.

Gordon

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7 years 3 weeks ago #182178 by Chaps
I have written for a copy of the report. I do wonder if 1d would be relevant because I only go on my own within a 8 mile radius for mam and counselling. I don't go anywhere unfamiliar at all and certainly wouldn't without someone being with me. I have very few people in my life which is why everything is so difficult and without the help of the counsellor I think I would end up completely housebound. Obviously that is not what I want to happen. Do you feel this descriptor may apply. It's people that are my most difficult concern regarding fear i think

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7 years 3 weeks ago #182191 by Chaps
Difficulties I have also include communicating, engaging, interacting and social contact. During the assessment for ESA I am disgusted and appalled that information I gave was misconstrued. I mentioned I had been involved in 5 car accidents due to other people going into the back of me whilst stationary at red traffic lights. My point being that I was trying to explain the relevance to my back issues, prolapsed disc as a result and why I now use a dash cam at all times for my own safety (evidence in event of any accident to prove where fault lays) and for my peace of mind. This seems to have been interpreted as though I am a dangerous driver which I am not. I have never had a ticket, fine, or anything in all the years I have drove. I later received an e.mail from my car insurance stating I am only insured If I use the dash cam at all times. I am appalled that information is misconstrued and the damage that can be caused by their mis-interpretation of information given. It's no wonder I have an issue of trust with people.

Also, I asked for a statement of reasons and assessment report for PIP after receiving only 4 points for mobility. Was this the correct information to ask for before requesting a Mandatory Reconsideration.

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7 years 3 weeks ago #182206 by Gordon

Mizzie wrote: I have written for a copy of the report. I do wonder if 1d would be relevant because I only go on my own within a 8 mile radius for mam and counselling. I don't go anywhere unfamiliar at all and certainly wouldn't without someone being with me. I have very few people in my life which is why everything is so difficult and without the help of the counsellor I think I would end up completely housebound. Obviously that is not what I want to happen. Do you feel this descriptor may apply. It's people that are my most difficult concern regarding fear i think


To meet (d)

d. Cannot follow the route of an unfamiliar journey without another person, assistance dog or orientation aid. 10 points.

You will need to show that you would have problems with navigating a route due to

- cognitive,
- sensory or
- mental health problems so severe when outside that they cause significant cognitive impairment sufficient to prevent you successfully navigating the route,

Gordon

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7 years 3 weeks ago #182215 by Gordon

Mizzie wrote: Difficulties I have also include communicating, engaging, interacting and social contact. During the assessment for ESA I am disgusted and appalled that information I gave was misconstrued. I mentioned I had been involved in 5 car accidents due to other people going into the back of me whilst stationary at red traffic lights. My point being that I was trying to explain the relevance to my back issues, prolapsed disc as a result and why I now use a dash cam at all times for my own safety (evidence in event of any accident to prove where fault lays) and for my peace of mind. This seems to have been interpreted as though I am a dangerous driver which I am not. I have never had a ticket, fine, or anything in all the years I have drove. I later received an e.mail from my car insurance stating I am only insured If I use the dash cam at all times. I am appalled that information is misconstrued and the damage that can be caused by their mis-interpretation of information given. It's no wonder I have an issue of trust with people.

Also, I asked for a statement of reasons and assessment report for PIP after receiving only 4 points for mobility. Was this the correct information to ask for before requesting a Mandatory Reconsideration.


You should have already had the Statement of Reasons it is included in the Decision Letter as standard.

Forgive me, your topic is about PIP but your latest post refers to ESA. Is this just a comment?

Gordon

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7 years 3 weeks ago #182236 by Chaps
Yes ESA was a comment regarding my assessment. I understand the statement of reasons now. Finally i'm beginning to understand the process a little better. Also, when I said I go an 8 mile radius, that is in my car.

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