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6 years 9 months ago #192455 by Vicki
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Hi,
I'm currently on high rate on both DLA, I received my PIP form in April 2017 and my renal social worker filled it out for me very thoroughly and included a letter explaining my circumstances along with a GP letter.
It was received on 22nd May and I got an assessment appointment for 10th July 17.
I rang the number to request a home visit as I rely on my 70yr old parents to come and care for me, my dad pushes me in wheelchair but unfortunately my mum is poorly with Crohn's disease at the moment and my sister is on dialysis so I have no way of getting there but I've received another letter today to say I've still got to go to an assessment centre for an assessment, I really can not get there so I don't know what to do.
My health issues are..
I had kidney disease and was on dialysis for a long time, I had a transplant in 2014 but the dialysis has had a massive on my health causing renal bone disease and significant memory issues.
I have rheumatoid arthritis in all joints.
Fibromyalgia.
Osteogenesis imperfecta which is a genetic brittle bone disease.
Complex regional pain syndrome.
I had a fall off a low step in May 2016 and broke both legs, the left one very complex with extensive internal fixation so I can't walk on that leg.
I'm on sleeping tablets, anti depressants and constant pain relief.
Is there anything that I could do to get a home visit otherwise I won't be able to turn up and I'll lose my payments.,
Any help appreciated
I'm currently on high rate on both DLA, I received my PIP form in April 2017 and my renal social worker filled it out for me very thoroughly and included a letter explaining my circumstances along with a GP letter.
It was received on 22nd May and I got an assessment appointment for 10th July 17.
I rang the number to request a home visit as I rely on my 70yr old parents to come and care for me, my dad pushes me in wheelchair but unfortunately my mum is poorly with Crohn's disease at the moment and my sister is on dialysis so I have no way of getting there but I've received another letter today to say I've still got to go to an assessment centre for an assessment, I really can not get there so I don't know what to do.
My health issues are..
I had kidney disease and was on dialysis for a long time, I had a transplant in 2014 but the dialysis has had a massive on my health causing renal bone disease and significant memory issues.
I have rheumatoid arthritis in all joints.
Fibromyalgia.
Osteogenesis imperfecta which is a genetic brittle bone disease.
Complex regional pain syndrome.
I had a fall off a low step in May 2016 and broke both legs, the left one very complex with extensive internal fixation so I can't walk on that leg.
I'm on sleeping tablets, anti depressants and constant pain relief.
Is there anything that I could do to get a home visit otherwise I won't be able to turn up and I'll lose my payments.,
Any help appreciated
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6 years 9 months ago #192467 by Gordon
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Vicki
You need your GP to write to the Assessment Provider explaining why you cannot attend at their offices.
Gordon
You need your GP to write to the Assessment Provider explaining why you cannot attend at their offices.
Gordon
Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
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6 years 9 months ago #192493 by diehard3
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Dear Vicky
I had to swap to PIP and got a home visit.
I am badly effected by Rheumatoid Arthritis and live with my elderly parents my Father
has renal failure so how you are coping at all I really do not know and my heart goes out to you.
One bit of info I learnt off here make sure you list all aids because otherwise Atos will say you can perform the task if one was provided. It is important you explain why you are not able to use the aid. I know it seems bonkers but if the HCP see them they will think you use them and don't be brave and hold it in if you are sad or low in spirits or faint let them see that too.
Make sure they know you cannot self propell, I cannot either.
I really hope it goes well and your kidney stays healthy my thoughts are with all your family.
I had to swap to PIP and got a home visit.
I am badly effected by Rheumatoid Arthritis and live with my elderly parents my Father
has renal failure so how you are coping at all I really do not know and my heart goes out to you.
One bit of info I learnt off here make sure you list all aids because otherwise Atos will say you can perform the task if one was provided. It is important you explain why you are not able to use the aid. I know it seems bonkers but if the HCP see them they will think you use them and don't be brave and hold it in if you are sad or low in spirits or faint let them see that too.
Make sure they know you cannot self propell, I cannot either.
I really hope it goes well and your kidney stays healthy my thoughts are with all your family.
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