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Can't Apply for PIP (DLA) Must Be Attendance Allowance Because I'm too old. Anyone Applied for Attendance Allowance in UK

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Edited on 30/05/2016 at 21:36

HI,

Just wondered if anyone has applied for attendance allowance; in place of PIP (DLA) because of age; over 65. ?? I'm in the process of filling in the form. Help and advise appreciated.

I'm really suffering with my osteo arthritis, it's present in both hips; my knees and ankles. I also suffer with advanced spondylitis. Also have B12D Pernicious anaemia . Mobility is my problem; and some days I cannot walk more than a few steps.

The attendance allowance form is laborious and repetitive in it's requests for information.
I'd prefer to write an Essa on how disabling this is.

Anyone else filled out the Attendance allowance form? Only applies to UK residents..

Thanks in advance for any replies..

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01/12/2015 at 14:56

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@Madnan I invite you to continue sharing here. I'll post the comment you did on the other conversation, so people can be informed.

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Can't Apply for PIP (DLA) Must Be Attendance Allowance Because I'm too old. Anyone Applied for Attendance Allowance in UK https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/muscles-skeleton-joints/living-with-diseases-affecting-muscles-joints/cant-apply-for-pip-dla-must-be-attendance-allo-671 2015-12-01 14:56:52

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01/12/2015 at 15:07

Sorry Gilda but my post is too small to read and I could really do with some advice, would it be possible for you to make it normal size, thank you so very much xx

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This is @Madnan 's original post:

<< I'm really confused about DLA/PIP and Attendance Allowance for over 65's. I had forms through Friday and they are PIP with no mention of Attendance Allowance which my husband used to receive but it stopped when he was 65. I receive DLA now which as you know is changing to PIP but the form is so daunting, I'm very anxious, Stressed which is causing deep depression, especially on the build up to Christmas which I dread as I suffer social anxiety. The form has to be returned by 16th December.

Nystom, do you think we have same forms, or are yours headed something else? I really understand the pressure your under, I have many physical and mental health problems, practically leaving me housebound as I can hardly walk either.

I would really appreciate any help or feedback on these forms.

really hope your all having a pain free day as possible, hugs xx >>

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Edited on 02/12/2015 at 23:52

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Because funny enough our society/neighbours just don't care, for me the reality is never worry about DLA/PIP. Worry about the decision and sometime as humans we need to man up to help too.. :) As everyone wants a life after all.. What I mean is we have less technology so we can support the elders..But no we want to give our kids an xbox or what ever.. I just don't get it why create an xbox to create human suffering?

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02/12/2015 at 23:55

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Nevermind the family's that already have done this over the years..

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03/12/2015 at 00:08

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PIP but the form is so daunting, go to citizen advice to help you fill out the forms and relive the pressure? I did well british legion for me and got it but same deal. :) Madnan

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05/12/2015 at 13:37

Thank you LeeBee I will try, but I suffer social anxiety and find it really difficult to leave house. I will call CAB and see if I can make appt. take care

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14/01/2016 at 13:12

Over the past few days I heard on the news or read somewhere that all recent attendance allowance applications were either being refused or frozen. This came from David Cameron

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19/01/2016 at 03:45

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May I suggest to anyone having problems with PIP as opposed to DLA? That finding out the earliest date Symptoms became known by you- perhaps attended doctors, hospitals? Maybe had tests or scans ect before you Reached 65? Proving a cause or symptoms already present before age to change PIP. Do not give up easily as if proven will be backdated or treated in retrospect.

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24/01/2016 at 19:58

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I found the visit to my house very daunting and upsetting felt like a criminal. Cried through most of the interview. Have had rheumatoid since 28 now 59 only claimed 5 years ago when I became a widow have lots of other issues. They dont see me on a day to day basis and the hurdles I have to overcome. When she left I thought thats that I would have to appeal but it turned out all right and I was awarded the pip. Next time I will have someone present with me. Sorry to have a rant.

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