That sinking feeling

[Suzi]

Oh no love... Hope it's sorted soon...

[Stella180]

Yeah well postman has just arrived with a brown envelope. The decision has been made that I am not eligible for PIP and my claim ended on 12th January. Not a single point issued!

[Paula]

Right, MR next. Did anyone look over your application with you?

[Suzi]

I know it doesn't help, but so many people are having the same experiences atm. MR with help and support?

[Stella180]

Right, MR next. Did anyone look over your application with you?

Yes DIAL helped complete the forms. I’ve left them a message and waiting for a callback. Also waiting on DWP callback about where my ESA payment is. That’s going to be £120 short too now my PIP has stopped. At least I don’t have to worry about my cleaners moving stuff anymore cos I can’t afford to pay them.

[Paula]

[Strugglingmum]

Sorry to hear that.

[Suzi]

I forgot DIAL helped with the forms. That alone should have given you some points. The whole thing is ridiculous.

[Stella180]

I broke down in tears on the phone with DIAL. I’ve worked out that I will be losing a whopping £719 every 4 was with other benefits attached to my PIP being lost too and leaving me with less than £150 a fortnight to live off. Last time I had benefit issues that went to appeal I had to give up everything including my dog. Just Talia’s medication, flea/worm treatment, and my Sky bill take up a third of the money I’ll have coming in! £200 left for food gas electric and water a month. I know I’m tight with money but it’s just not possible.

[Mira]

Oh no Stella, I am so sorry to hear that. Its enough to struggle with mental health but when this comes on top of it. I do not know how it works in the UK so I can not help in that way. It made me sad to read this. And I am in your corner.