If you need help due to a disability or long-term health condition you may qualify for extra support through PIP or ADP.
The latest statistics from the Department for Work and Pensions show that there are now 6.1 million people across Scotland, England and Wales, receiving financial support through Universal Credit , a benefit intended to help those out of work or on a low income, with daily living costs.
It’s important to be aware that the health condition itself will not automatically qualify for PIP or ADP, it’s how it affects a person’s daily living and/or mobility needs. If you are living with a physical or mental health condition, long-term illness or a disability, you may be able to claim PIP - or ADP - on top of any other benefit.
The payments are worth between £26.90 and £172.75 each week, and as it is paid every four weeks this amounts to between £107.60 and £691 each pay period.Mobility Conditions supported by PIP and ADP These are the 20 main disability categories, the umbrella term by which a total of 547 other conditions fall under. This list is only an overview of conditions, disorders and diseases and how the DWP lists the main disabilities being claimed for.
ADP will only conduct a face-to-face assessment if the claimant requests it or it is necessary to get a better understanding of how the condition affects the claimants. They can also be done over the phone or by video chat.
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