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1 year 10 months ago #277426 by gradaim
Hello, I wanted to ask about submitting photographic evidence of when my condition is exacerbated. How can I do this as I have a paper review form. Also , I have read that supporting evidence can be a written letter from a relative etc. Any advice on this is very appreciated. Thank you.

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1 year 10 months ago #277427 by greekqueen
Hi Gradaim, you can send pictures of proof, but better if you have a before and after. Pictures though may not be the best way of sending proof as pictures can be of anyone and the DWP may dispute this evidence.
The best way would be a written letter from a medical professional you have seen who has witnessed your changes and can vouch for you regarding this.

You can send a letter from a professional who sees you or a relative or friend who knows your day to day routine, and what care or mobility needs you struggle with.

Good luck

Greekqueen

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1 year 10 months ago #277428 by Waxwing
Hello

I would like to just add an idea with regards to what greekqueen said. The DWP can say that the photos are of anyone or even taken from the internet but if you do a print out in large font of your national insurance number and make sure that it is visable in the photos then they cannot dispute that it is not your photo. Just an idea :)

Kind Regards
Waxwing
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1 year 10 months ago #277437 by denby
Hi, I would think if you wish to submit photographic evidence you will have to get it printed to put in with a paper form. I would try to avoid the disbelief greekqueen wisely mentions as follows. Take/have a friend take photos that show all of you with you face clear enough to show it matches some photo ID that you can also copy and send. Then have further photos that home in progressively on the part affected. I would maybe have a hand-next-to-face close up and the same hand eg next to an affected leg for confirmation. Hope that makes sense.
Ref supporting evidence from a relative, I compiled a diary about her which our daughter was too poorly to do, and it seemed to be given a lot of weight as evidence.
best wishes,
Denby
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1 year 10 months ago #277445 by BIS
Hi Gradaim

Denby's advice about the relative writing a diary is sound - but if they don't have time - get them to write a letter following each PIP question. They are commenting on what they have seen and observed. Sometimes relatives have to write things the claimant isn't necessarily aware of. The relatives should never sugarcoat what they observe - even if it's embarrassing. I know from experience this can be hard, but it can also be really helpful in giving the DWP a clear picture of just how challenging life is for the claimant and their relatives.


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1 year 10 months ago #277491 by gradaim
Hello Denby,
Thank you so much, for that advice . I will attach the photos as you suggested along with written letters from my consultants and possibly a diary from a relative or letter .
Many Thanks,
Gradaim
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