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a day ago
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Pensioners with poor hearing could be due up to £441 each month
Make sure you or an older family member are not missing out on extra support through Attendance Allowance or Pension Age Disability Payment. Pension Credit – Could you or someone you know be eligible? The latest figures from the Scottish Government indicate around 850,000 people in Scotland are living with some form of hearing loss and of those, 70 per cent are over 70 - some 595,000. Across Great Britain, there are believed to be 12 million adults living with a hearing impairment or deafness, however, just under 50,000 of them are receiving extra financial support through Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Adult Disability Payment (ADP), Attendance Allowance or Pension Age Disability Payment (PADP). PADP is a devolved payment that has now replaced all new claims for Attendance Allowance north of the border. The benefit is administered and delivered by Social Security Scotland and not the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) - full details on here. More than 9,500 people over State Pension age are now receiving either £73.90 for the lower rate, or £110.40 for the higher rate of Attendance Allowance each week for a hearing condition. Payments are typically made every four weeks, which amounts to either £296.60 or £441.60 per pay period. There are 15 main hearing conditions being supported through these three disability benefits, but this is not a definitive list as the benefit supports an ever-evolving list of conditions. If you, or someone you know, below State Pension age (66) has a hearing condition, you should consider making a new claim for PIP or Adult Disability Payment (ADP) - find out more here. If you, or someone you know is 66 or over, and living with a hearing impairment, you should consider making a claim for Attendance Allowance or PADP. Attendance Allowance is currently supporting nearly 1.7 million people across Great Britain, including 150,000 living in Scotland. Attendance Allowance and PADP are designed to help people of State Pension age with daily living expenses and can also help them stay independent in their own home for longer. It's important to be aware that unlike PIP or ADP, there is no mobility component for Attendance Allowance or PADP, these benefits only provides support for the extra cost of daily living. Number of Attendance Allowance claimants for hearing impairments, August 2024: Scotland: 890 England: 7,948 Wales: 690 Living Abroad: 26 Total: 9,575 Hearing conditions These are common hearing issues being supported through disability benefits, but if your condition is not listed, it doesn't mean it's not supported and may fall under the 'unknown' category. Conductive hearing loss Chronic secretory otitis media Chronic suppurative otitis media Conductive hearing loss - Other causes / type not known Conductive hearing loss due to Trauma Mastoiditis Otitis externa - chronic Otosclerosis Sensorineural hearing loss Deafness - congenital Labyrinthitis Menieres disease Presbyacusis Sensorineural hearing loss - Other causes / type not known Sensorineural hearing loss due to Trauma Other hearing conditions Mixed hearing loss Other diseases affecting hearing and balance Below is an overview of the benefit and how to make a new claim to DWP. Full details about claiming Attendance Allowance can be found on the website here. The guidance can also help someone decide whether they should apply for PADP, full details on how to claim from Social Security Scotland can be found here. What is Attendance Allowance and PADP? Attendance Allowance and PADP help with extra costs if you have a physical or mental disability or illness severe enough that makes it hard for you to look after yourself - it does not cover mobility needs. You do not need to have someone caring for you in order to claim. Who can make a claim? You should consider applying for Attendance Allowance or PADP if you have a disability or illness and need help or supervision throughout the day or at times during the night -even if you do not currently get that help. This might include: Help with your personal care - for example getting dressed, eating or drinking, getting in and out of bed, bathing or showering and going to the toilet Help to stay safe You should also consider applying if you have difficulties with personal tasks, for example if they take you a long time, you experience pain or you need physical help, like a chair to lean on. Attendance Allowance and PADP are not just for people with a physical disability or illness. You should also consider claiming if you need help or supervision throughout the day or night and have: a mental health condition learning difficulties a sensory condition - if you are deaf or blind How much could I get on Attendance Allowance or PADP? You could get either £73.90 or £110.40 per week depending on the level of care you need because of your condition, which is paid every four weeks and works out at £296.60 and £441.60 respectively. You can spend the money however you like and it could help you stay independent in your own home for longer. This might include: paying for taxis helping towards bills paying for a cleaner or gardener Can I claim even if I have savings and other income? Yes. Attendance Allowance and PADP are not means-tested so it doesn't matter what other money you have coming in or how much you have in savings either - there's no limit. It's tax-free and you'll be exempt from the Benefit Cap so you won't have money taken away from any other benefits. Will Attendance Allowance or PADP affect my State Pension? No, it won't affect your State Pension and you can even claim it if you're still working and earning money. How does Attendance Allowance or PADP affect other benefits? The other benefits you get might increase if you get Attendance Allowance or PADP, these include: Extra Pension Credit Housing Benefit Reduction Council Tax Reduction You can check your State Pension age on the website here. How do I make a claim? You will need to complete a long claim form when you apply for Attendance Allowance from DWP. It might seem daunting at first but help is available from your nearest Citizens Advice, so don't let the form put you off applying. If you'd prefer to do it yourself you can follow the Citizens Advice guide on how to fill in your claim form here. Full details of how to get the application form by post or over the phone can be found on the website here. Full details on how to claim PADP and how to get additional support with your application, can be found here. What happens if I am about to reach State Pension age? If you're thinking about applying for Attendance Allowance or PADP when you reach State Pension age, you might be better off claiming PIP or ADP straight away. Who cannot claim Attendance Allowance? You cannot claim Attendance Allowance if you have a Scottish postcode, you need to claim PADP from Social Security Scotland - full details here. You also won't be able to get Attendance Allowance if you already get PIP or DLA to pay for your care. If you apply for Attendance Allowance while getting DLA, the DWP will usually reassess your DLA award instead. You can renew your PIP or DLA when the existing award ends as long as you still meet the eligibility criteria. If your renewal is unsuccessful you can apply for Attendance Allowance instead.
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Five most-claimed PIP conditions providing people with up to £749 every month
PIP and Adult Disability Payment are providing financial support for over 3.7 million people across Great Britain. The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show there are now more than 3.7 million people across Great Britain receiving additional financial support through Personal Independence Payment (PIP) - a 2 per cent increase since January (80,127). Similarly, data published by Social Security Scotland indicates over 476,200 people are now receiving Adult Disability Payment (ADP), the devolved benefit which has replaced PIP north of the border. DWP said demand for PIP has now seen 'unprecedented levels of new claims in recent quarters' as 210,000 applications were received between January 31 and April 30. A successful award for PIP is worth between £116.80 and £749.80 every four-week payment period. The DWP data also shows that 37 per cent of all claims with entitlement to PIP receive the highest level of award, with both daily living and mobility components received at the enhanced rate, the same proportion as January 2025. Number of PIP claimants - April 2025 The remaining PIP claimants living in Scotland will transfer to ADP this summer. Number of PIP claimants: England and Wales - 3,735,942 Living Abroad - 2, 235 Scotland - 2,969 (476,295 claiming ADP) Unknown - 3,521 Total - 3,744,671 At the end of April, PIP and ADP were providing financial support to 4,220,966 people. Some 7 per cent of the 200,000 new claims processed over the three-month period were given an award of up to two years, 12 per cent were longer term (over 2 years) and 7 per cent were ongoing. Five most-claimed PIP health conditions The five most commonly recorded disabling conditions for claims under normal rules are: Psychiatric disorders - 1,444,016 claimants Musculoskeletal disease (general) - 707,084 claimants Neurological disease - 476,659 Musculoskeletal disease (regional) - 447,794 claimants Respiratory disease - 138,428 claimants PIP and ADP provide weekly support of between £29.20 and £187.45, some £116.80 or £749.80 every four-week pay period. Both disability benefits are designed to help people with the additional costs of living with a disability, long-term illness, or physical or mental health condition. Many people may be unaware that PIP and ADP can provide support for hundreds of health conditions. Both benefits could help people with daily living tasks or moving around, or both. However, it would not be beneficial to list all 536 conditions recorded by DWP during the PIP application process as an award for the disability benefit is determined by how a person's health condition affects their ability to perform daily living tasks such as cooking, washing, eating, dressing and engaging with other people in a safe and timely way. There are also awards to help if you have difficulty moving around. This means that every claim for PIP or ADP is unique for each applicant, which could also help people thinking about making a new claim to start the process. Below is a full overview of PIP and ADP, including the five most-claimed conditions and the main disabling conditions, as classified by the DWP. PIP cannot be backdated, but payments start from the date the claim was submitted, to cover the handling time at the DWP. Disabling conditions recorded by DWP These are the main disability categories, the umbrella term by which more than 530 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. Haematological Disease Infectious disease Malignant disease Metabolic disease Psychiatric disorders Neurological disease Visual disease Hearing disorders Cardiovascular disease Gastrointestinal disease Diseases of the liver, gallbladder, biliary tract Skin disease Musculoskeletal disease (general) Musculoskeletal disease (regional) Autoimmune disease (connective tissue disorders) Genitourinary disease Endocrine disease Respiratory disease Multisystem and extremes of age Diseases of the immune system Unknown or missing Below is an overview of PIP and ADP. Even though new claims for PIP have been replaced in Scotland by ADP, it shares most of the same eligibility criteria. Full guidance on ADP can be found on the website here. Who might be eligible for PIP or ADP? To be eligible for PIP or ADP, you must have a health condition or disability where you: have had difficulties with daily living or getting around (or both) for 3 months expect these difficulties to continue for at least 9 months You usually need to have lived in the UK for at least two of the last three years and be in the country when you apply. In addition to what we have outlined above, if you get or need help with any of the following because of your condition, you should consider applying for PIP or ADP. preparing, cooking or eating food managing your medication washing, bathing or using the toilet dressing and undressing engaging and communicating with other people reading and understanding written information making decisions about money planning a journey or following a route moving around There are different rules if you are terminally ill, you will find these on the website here. whether you can do it safely how long it takes you how often your condition affects this activity whether you need help to do it, from a person or using extra equipment How are PIP and ADP paid? PIP and ADP are usually paid every four weeks unless you are terminally ill, in which case it is paid weekly. It will be paid directly into your bank, building society or credit union account. ADP is paid at the same rates as PIP. PIP and ADP payment rates 2025/26 You will need an assessment to work out the level of financial help you will receive and your rate will be regularly reviewed to make sure you are getting the right support. Payments are made every four weeks. PIP is made up of two components: Daily living Mobility Whether you get one or both of these and how much depends on how severely your condition affects you. You will be paid the following amounts per week depending on your circumstances: Daily living Standard rate: £73.90 Enhanced rate: £110.40 Mobility Standard rate: £29.20 Enhanced rate: £77.05 How you are assessed You will be assessed by an independent healthcare professional to help the DWP determine the level of financial support, if any, you need, for PIP. Face-to-face consultations for health-related benefits are offered alongside video calls, telephone and paper-based assessments - it's important to be aware that the health professional and DWP determine which type of assessment is best suited for each claimant. You can find out more about DWP PIP assessments here. Adult Disability Payment assessments will not involve face-to-face assessments, unless this is preferred by the claimant - find out more about the changes here. How do you make a claim for PIP? You can make a new claim by contacting the DWP, you will find all the information you need to apply on the website here. Before you call, you will need: your contact details your date of birth your National Insurance number - this is on letters about tax, pensions and benefits your bank or building society account number and sort code your doctor or health worker's name, address and telephone number dates and addresses for any time you've spent abroad, in a care home or hospital How to apply for ADP People can apply for ADP, over the phone, by post or in-person. To find out more or apply, visit the dedicated pages on here or call Social Security Scotland on 0800 182 2222.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Top tips to help people making a new claim for devolved disability benefits
To help people thinking about making a new claim for devolved disability benefits, Social Security Scotland has shared a list of essential need-to-knows, which could help make it easier to understand the process, be aware of what information they should supply and additional help to make an application. Social Security Scotland administers and delivers Adult Disability Payment (ADP), Child Disability Payment (CDP) and Pension Age Disability Payment (PADP), devolved benefits which can provide additional financial support to people with a disability, long-term illness, or physical or mental health condition. These benefits have replaced all new claims for three disability benefits delivered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) - Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Disability Living Allowance for Children (DLA for Children) and Attendance Allowance. Devolved disability benefits Adult Disability Payment Adult Disability Payment is extra money to help you if you have a disability or long-term health condition that affects your everyday life. The benefit is made up of two parts - a daily living and mobility component - you might qualify for one or both parts. The amount you receive depends on how your condition affects your ability to do everyday activities and get around. You will be paid the following amounts per week depending on your circumstances: Daily living Standard rate: £73.90 Enhanced rate: £110.40 Mobility Standard rate: £29.20 Enhanced rate: £77.05 Child Disability Payment Child Disability Payment provides support for the extra costs that a disabled child might have. You can apply for Child Disability Payment for a child under 16 with a mental or physical disability. You can also apply for Child Disability Payment if the disabled child does not have a diagnosis. In such cases, you can tell Social Security Scotland about: how they are affected any symptoms they may have Child Disability Payment is tax-free and made up of two components - care and mobility. You will be paid the following amounts per week depending on your circumstances: Care Lowest rate: £29.20 Middle rate: £73.90 Highest rate: £110.40 Mobility Lower rate: £29.20 Higher rate: £77.05 Pension Age Disability Payment Pension Age Disability Payment can give you extra money if you have care needs because of a disability or long-term health condition and have reached State Pension age. Pension Age Disability Payment is tax-free and made up of two different rates. It's important to be aware there is no mobility component. You will be paid the following amounts per week depending on your circumstances: Lower rate: £73.90 Higher rate: £110.40 Social Security Scotland tips for new claimants Apply the way that suits you best Social Security Scotland offers people multiple ways to apply for its benefits. Applications can be made online, by post, by phone or in-person through advisors based in local communities across Scotland. A dedicated fast-track route is available to people who are terminally ill to make it easier and quicker for them to get the money they're entitled to. Full details on how to contact Social Security Scotland can be found here. Provide as much detail as possible People qualify for Adult Disability Payment, Child Disability Payment or Pension Age Disability Payment based on the impact of their condition on their daily needs. Social security Scotland said: "It's vital that everyone applying for support explains in detail how their disability or condition affects their life." The application can be completed in stages - there's no need to do it all at once. Be open about your condition Social security Scotland explained: "Many people find it difficult to focus on the things they or their child cannot do because of their disability or health condition. "However, it's important people are open with us about the challenges they face. . Without a full picture of the issues someone is dealing with, Social Security Scotland may not be able to award them the money they are entitled to." Provide supporting information Social Security Scotland need supporting information from a professional, like a doctor, physiotherapist, or social worker, before they can make a decision on a disability benefit application. People often have supporting information they can share include with their application such as care plans, medical reports and prescription lists. Sharing this with Social Security Scotland can also help speed up the application process. Social Security Scotland said that it can collect supporting information on someone's behalf if they do not have any. This can take a bit of time, but is a vital service for many people. Full details on supporting information to include can be found here. Get help to apply Free help to apply for benefits is available from many sources. Social Security Scotland can support people to apply over the phone on 0800 182 2222 or via webchat. In-person help is available from the organisation's local advisors who are based in communities across Scotland. Get in touch with Social Security Scotland to request an appointment. Support is also available from an advocate from VoiceAbility. The independent advocacy charity is funded by the Scottish Government to support disabled people throughout the process of applying for benefits from Social Security Scotland. VoiceAbility can be contacted on 0800 182 2222 Organisations including Citizens Advice Scotland, Macmillan Cancer Support, Age Scotland and local authority welfare rights teams can also help. More information on additional support can be found here.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Pensioners claiming new health benefit could get first payment before end of this month
Pension Age Disability Payment has replaced all new claims for Attendance Allowance in Scotland. Pension Credit – Could you or someone you know be eligible? The latest figures from Social Security Scotland show there were 1,875 people over 66 receiving Pension Age Disability Payments (PADP), the new devolved benefit that has now replaced all claims for Attendance Allowance north of the border. People of State Pension age with a disability, long-term illness or health condition could be eligible for the lower rate of £73.90 if they need help during the day or at night, or the higher rate of £110.40, if they need help during the day and at night, or if they are terminally ill. For anyone thinking about making a new claim, the latest data indicates the average processing time - from point of application to decision award letter - is currently six working days. For those applying with a terminal illness it is one working day. This means people submitting a new claim this week could receive a letter or an email before next weekend. However, it's important to be aware that complex cases may take longer and as awareness about the new benefit grows, that timeframe will undoubtedly increase. Insights from Social Security Scotland also shows the most common age of claimants is currently over 75. It also reveals that of the 2,575 applications processed - with a decision made by April 30 - 77 per cent were authorised, 11 per cent were denied and 11 per cent were withdrawn. Most successful applicants received the higher rate. Of all authorised applications, 79 per cent were awarded the higher level of 110.40 per week and 21 per cent were awarded the lower level of £73.90 over the period to 30 April 2025. Health conditions supported by Attendance Allowance and PADP The conditions listed below are sourced from information recorded on the DWP's Attendance Allowance computer system. PADP also supports people with these conditions. It's important to note this list is not a checklist for claiming Attendance Allowance or PADP, it is intended to help people understand what type of conditions are being supported. However, if you need extra support during the day or night due to a long-term illness, disability or health condition, you should check out the official eligibility guidance for Attendance Allowance on the website here. Main health conditions providing support to older people across Great Britain Arthritis Spondylosis Back Pain Disease Of The Muscles, Bones or Joints Trauma to Limbs Visual Disorders and Diseases Hearing Disorders Heart Disease Respiratory Disorders and Diseases Asthma Cystic Fibrosis Cerebrovascular Disease Peripheral vascular Disease Epilepsy Neurological Diseases Multiple Sclerosis Parkinsons Disease Motor Neurone Disease Chronic Pain Syndromes Diabetes Mellitus Metabolic Disease Traumatic Paraplegia/Tetraplegia Major Trauma Other than Traumatic Paraplegia/Tetraplegia Learning Difficulties Psychosis Psychoneurosis Personality Disorder Dementia Behavioural Disorder Alcohol and Drug Abuse Hyperkinetic Syndrome Renal Disorders Inflammatory Bowel Disease Bowel and Stomach Disease Blood Disorders Haemophilia Multi System Disorders Multiple Allergy Syndrome Skin Disease Malignant Disease Severely Mentally impaired Double Amputee Deaf/Blind Haemodialysis Frailty Total Parenteral Nutrition AIDS Infectious diseases: Viral disease - Coronavirus covid-19 The Scottish Government said PADP has been designed with the help of people who will be eligible for the benefit and those who support them. Improvements include a streamlined process for people to nominate a third party representative who can support them to communicate with Social Security Scotland. A fast-track process will be put in place for applicants diagnosed with a terminal illness. As already mentioned, this takes just one working day on average to process. Eligibility for Pension Age Disability Payment Guidance on provides full details on who can claim, how to claim, additional help available, what happens after a claim is submitted and extra support for successful claimants. Find out more here. You can apply for Pension Age Disability Payment if you have both: Reached State Pension age (66) Had care needs during the day or night for 6 months or more because of a disability or health condition You can still apply if: You have not had care needs for 6 months or more - your award will begin 6 months from when your care needs started if your application is successful You are waiting for, or do not have, a diagnosis You have a terminal illness - there is a separate fast-track application process if you're terminally ill It's important to be aware you cannot get Pension Age Disability Payment and Attendance Allowance at the same time. Existing claimants will automatically move to Pension Age Disability Payment - Social Security Scotland will do this and you will not have to do anything. If you get Disability Living Allowance (DLA), you do not need to do anything. Your benefit will move to Social Security Scotland. Payment rates for Pension Age Disability Payment Social Security Scotland will provide Pension Age Disability Payment at the same weekly rate as Attendance Allowance. It is also currently doing this for the devolved Child Disability Payment and Adult Disability Payment. The weekly payment rates for Attendance Allowance are: Lower rate - £73.90 Higher rate - £110.40 How do I apply for the Pension Age Disability Payment? You can only apply for the new disability assistance benefit if it has opened in your area. You can check on the dedicated pages on here. Anyone over State Pension age with a disability that means they need assistance with looking after themselves, or supervision to keep them safe, should continue to apply for Attendance Allowance through the DWP. Get support making a claim from an independent advocate Help is also available from the independent advocacy service VoiceAbility, which is funded by the Scottish Government, to help disabled people applying for devolved benefits. It provides a free, nationwide advocacy service supporting disabled people to access Social Security Scotland benefits. If you need an advocate, you should: contact Social Security Scotland for free on 0800 182 2222 ask them to refer you to the Independent Advocacy Service Full contact details can be found here.
Daily Record
15-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
People with poor eyesight could be due up to £749 each month through PIP or ADP
More than 59,000 people are receiving PIP or ADP for over 45 different eye conditions. Personal Independence Payment (PIP) - information People with eyesight issues such as a visual impairment, vision loss or high myopia could be entitled to extra financial support through Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or Adult Disability Payment (ADP). The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that at the end of April, some 58,960 people were receiving payments of up to £187.45 each week through PIP. Similar data from Social Security Scotland indicates there are now 2,010 people receiving ADP for an eye condition. An estimated 188,000 people in Scotland are affected by some form of sight loss with that figure expected to double by 2031, according to the charity, Sight Scotland, formerly known as Royal Blind. On a larger scale, there are around two million people living with a sight impairment or a degenerative eye condition across Great Britain who may not be aware of the extra support designed to help with additional daily living costs or mobility needs. The latest data shows that at the end of April 2025, some more than 58,960 people were receiving support through PIP for over 45 visual conditions. PIP claimants for visual disorders: Scotland: 46 (does not include case transfer or new claims of Adult Disability Payment) England and Wales: 58,827 Living abroad: 52 Unknown: 36 Great Britain Total: 58,960 Most common eye conditions Retinitis Pigmentosa Macular Degeneration - Wet and Dry (also referred to as age-related MD) Retina and optic nerve - other diseases of / type not known Diabetic Retinopathy (a condition that can cause vision loss in people with diabetes) High myopia (short sightedness) If you have daily living and/or mobility needs, because of a sight condition or low vision, you may be eligible for PIP or ADP and should consider making a claim. Even though new claims for PIP have been replaced in Scotland by ADP, it follows similar eligibility criteria. Visual conditions supported through PIP and ADP The following list is provided by the DWP and consists of the main eye conditions for which people are claiming PIP. This is recorded at the time of assessment. It's important to be aware that no two conditions can be compared side-by-side and you are assessed for PIP and ADP on how your condition affects you. If your eye condition is not listed, it may be grouped under 'unknown' which is not shown here. For example, Presumed Ocular Histoplasmosis Syndrome (POHS) is a rare degenerative condition that affects central vision. It is not listed, but is medically classed as part of the Macular Degeneration family. Diseases of conjunctiva, cornea, eyelids and lacrimal apparatus Conjunctiva, cornea, eyelids and lacrimal apparatus - Other diseases of / type not known Corneal ulceration Entropion Herpes zoster - ophthalmic Keratitis Keratoconus Orbital cellulitis Ptosis Scleritis Uveitis Anterior Uveitis (iritis) Chorioretinal disorders - Other / type not known Posterior (choroiditis) Glaucoma Visual injuries to the eye Vitreous disease Posterior vitreous detachment Vitreous disease - Other / type not known Vitreous haemorrhage Diseases of the retina and optic nerve Diabetic retinopathy Hypertensive retinopathy Macular degeneration Optic atrophy Optic neuritis Retina and optic nerve - Other diseases of / type not known Retinal artery occlusion Retinal detachment Retinal vein occlusion Retinitis Pigmentosa Retinopathy - Other / type not known Cataract Refractive errors Astigmatism Hypermetropia (long-sighted) Myopia (short-sighted) Presbyopia Refractive errors - Other / type not known Disorders of eye movement Eye movement - Other disorders of / type not known Nystagmus Strabismus (Squint) Visual field defects Amblyopia Cortical blindness Diplopia (double vision) Hemianopia Quadrantanopia Scotoma Tunnel vision Visual field defects - Other / type not known White cane users If you use a white cane - long or short - to help you safely move around outside, you could be eligible for the enhanced rate of the mobility component which is worth £77.05 each week or £308.20 every four-week pay period. The question on the 'How Your Disability Affects You' 'PIP 2 evidence form' awards 12 points if you answer 'yes' to the following: Cannot follow the route of a familiar journey without another person, an assistance dog or an orientation aid (for example a white cane) PIP and ADP provide weekly support of between £29.20 and £187.45, some £116.80 or £749.80 every four-week pay period. Both disability benefits are designed to help people with the additional costs of living with a disability, long-term illness, or physical or mental health condition. Below is an overview of PIP and ADP. Even though new claims for PIP have been replaced in Scotland by ADP, it shares most of the same eligibility criteria. Full guidance on ADP can be found on the website here. Who might be eligible for PIP or ADP? To be eligible for PIP or ADP, you must have a health condition or disability where you: have had difficulties with daily living or getting around (or both) for 3 months expect these difficulties to continue for at least 9 months You usually need to have lived in the UK for at least two of the last three years and be in the country when you apply. In addition to what we have outlined above, if you get or need help with any of the following because of your condition, you should consider applying for PIP or ADP. preparing, cooking or eating food managing your medication washing, bathing or using the toilet dressing and undressing engaging and communicating with other people reading and understanding written information making decisions about money planning a journey or following a route moving around There are different rules if you are terminally ill, you will find these on the website here. How are PIP and ADP paid? PIP and ADP are usually paid every four weeks unless you are terminally ill, in which case it is paid weekly. It will be paid directly into your bank, building society or credit union account. ADP is paid at the same rates as PIP. PIP and ADP payment rates You will need an assessment to work out the level of financial help you will receive and your rate will be regularly reviewed to make sure you are getting the right support. Payments are made every four weeks. PIP is made up of two components: Daily living Mobility Whether you get one or both of these and how much depends on how severely your condition affects you. You will be paid the following amounts per week depending on your circumstances: Daily living Standard rate: £73.90 Enhanced rate: £110.40 Mobility Standard rate: £29.20 Enhanced rate: £77.05 How you are assessed You will be assessed by an independent healthcare professional to help the DWP determine the level of financial support, if any, you need, for PIP. Face-to-face consultations for health-related benefits are offered alongside video calls, telephone and paper-based assessments - it's important to be aware that the health professional and DWP determine which type of assessment is best suited for each claimant. You can find out more about DWP PIP assessments here. Adult Disability Payment assessments will not involve face-to-face assessments, unless this is preferred by the claimant - find out more about the changes here. How do you make a claim for PIP? You can make a new claim by contacting the DWP, you will find all the information you need to apply on the website here. Before you call, you will need: your contact details your date of birth your National Insurance number - this is on letters about tax, pensions and benefits your bank or building society account number and sort code your doctor or health worker's name, address and telephone number dates and addresses for any time you've spent abroad, in a care home or hospital How to apply for ADP People can apply for ADP, over the phone, by post or in-person. To find out more or apply, visit the dedicated pages on here or call Social Security Scotland on 0800 182 2222.
