Thu Apr 04 2024
Living with a long-term illness can be overwhelming physically, emotionally, and financially. Everyday tasks may become harder, while the cost of care and mobility rises. Personal Independence Payment (PIP) helps people facing these challenges. It offers vital financial support for those with health conditions that affect daily life or movement. In this guide, we’ll explain what PIP is, who can apply, how to claim it, and how HTR Care supports individuals through the process.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a UK government benefit. It supports individuals with physical or mental health conditions. PIP helps cover extra costs related to long-term illness or disability. It is available to people aged 16 and over who struggle with daily living or mobility.
PIP is not based on income or savings. So yes, PIP is not means tested. You can claim it whether you’re working or not. What matters is how your condition affects your daily life.
You may qualify for PIP if:
There’s no set list of conditions. PIP is awarded based on how your condition affects your life
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You can claim PIP for many different conditions, such as:
Even if your diagnosis is invisible, it may still qualify if it limits daily functioning.
You can simply follow these steps to apply:
HTR Care helps make each step easier. We work with you from start to finish.
The PIP assessment process is designed to understand how your condition affects your ability to live independently. It typically involves:
The assessor will then write a report for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), who will make the final decision on your PIP claim.
PIP rates are reviewed annually and are currently (as of February 2025):
At HTR Care, we work with people managing long-term health challenges. Our support extends beyond care we also help clients access the benefits they deserve.
We guide you through:
Our goal is to reduce stress and help you claim what you’re entitled to
Home care services play a critical role in supporting individuals with long-term health conditions, enabling them to live more comfortably, independently, and with a better quality of life. At HTR Care, we understand the importance of personalised care and offer a range of services tailored to your specific needs.
Our dedicated caregivers can assist with a variety of tasks, including:
By providing this support, home care can help individuals:
🔗 Full guide to PIP eligibility
At HTR Care, we provide essential support for individuals with long-term health conditions or disabilities:
Yes, If your illness affects your daily tasks or mobility, you may qualify for PIP.
PIP covers many conditions, including mental health, chronic pain, neurological issues, and fatigue syndromes.
Yes, If depression affects how you manage daily life or social situations, you may qualify.
PIP can help you access:
Helpful evidence includes:
There aren’t any conditions that guarantee automatic approval for PIP. However, some severe or terminal illnesses may qualify for a fast-tracked process with fewer assessments. In these cases, decisions are often made more quickly based on medical evidence.
The evidences that are needed for a PIP appeal are:
HTR Care helps you prepare strong appeal cases.