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1 year 8 months ago #279450 by Souter
Further query re : applying for Disability Scotland was created by Souter
I retire in November this year and have been told it’s not possible to apply for mobility needs if you are retired. Just checking if this is correct. I am still working but off sick due to pain in joints.
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1 year 8 months ago #279487 by Gordon
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Souter
This is correct you cannot receive a Mobility component as new once you reach State Retirement Age.
It's not clear from your post whether you already have an award of ADP or PIP so be aware if you do not, you cannot apply for ADP after you reach SRA, you would need to claim Attendance Allowance which is a form of DLA.
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This is correct you cannot receive a Mobility component as new once you reach State Retirement Age.
It's not clear from your post whether you already have an award of ADP or PIP so be aware if you do not, you cannot apply for ADP after you reach SRA, you would need to claim Attendance Allowance which is a form of DLA.
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1 year 8 months ago #279558 by Souter
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I receive enhanced pip care component. Am I not able to apply for mobility as I am reaching retirement. Or can I apply now before I retire.
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1 year 8 months ago #279564 by Gary
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Replied by Gary on topic Further query re : applying for Disability Scotland
Hi Souter
If your mobility has changed then you need to apply for a change of circumstances before you retire as you will not be able to get the mobility component once you reach state pension age.
Check out our guide on the mobility component; benefitsandwork.co.uk/guides-for-claimants/pip
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If your mobility has changed then you need to apply for a change of circumstances before you retire as you will not be able to get the mobility component once you reach state pension age.
Check out our guide on the mobility component; benefitsandwork.co.uk/guides-for-claimants/pip
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