PIP - The Web's Most Searched Questions

[@funluvindiva4720]

I just had to let you know I applied for a pip 12 months ago, got refused and lost the mandatory consideration. So I applied again and watched one of your videos about how to answer the questions. I followed your advice was honest and I got a call the other day to say I have been awarded pip 🎉 thank you so much for the advice your amazing very clever and doing a fabulous job. I have no doubt in my mind without listening to you this would never have happened. I have ADHD, Dyslexia and other health conditions so you explained things in a clear way that I could understand. Sending you a massive hug 🫂 kind Regards x

[@shadfan66]

Do not give up is sound advice, My son has a brain injury (ABI) after encephalitis and would simply have given up if I had not pushed for him. He gets ESA(support group) and PIP. For both benefits I found that the DWP was so unhelpful, and we had to battle all the way through the process for both. For PIP we had to go to tribunal, we did have help but without my help he would have given up on many occasions. BTW I feel you are giving such a good service with your advice, Thank you on behalf of all those you must be helping.

[@Kiinell]

I did go to a charity, but went well armed with how to answer all the questions, with great thanks to your channel. They were very helpful and had the points in front of them, but didn't discuss the points with me, or how important is was to answer the questions with the points in mind. So I'm very grateful to have been educated by you and knew exactly how to answer the questions. I haven't had an assessment yet. Bu thanks for furnishing me with the knowledge to get the first part right, Charlie xx

[@nadiab386]

I want to if you could do a video about Pip reviews some people just write no change and others. Do a full application again. Wondered what your thoughts were. Thank you so much for your videos. They’re a great help😊

[@egriffiths8993]

You can spent PIP on whatever UNLESS you have a care package and council will try take all your care element. Then fight tooth and nail for what you consider to be an essential item for your particular disability. All of mine were disallowed! It’s a two tier system.

[@user-nm3ew7nk5u]

Yes Charlie I was very surprised that I had £2,500 back dated , also awarded for 10 years so happy, thank you so much for your help ❤

[@pinky-ud1rt]

Thats great 10 years wow x

[@user-fd6gv9qw2l]

I got mum DLA before PIP at the highest reward with high award mobility. She still claims DLA, this year she is 95 years old

[@julianrobertson3303]

Hello Charlie , Thank you for sharing as always . There's another chap called Talk To Stu , I have found him very useful in terms of the new benefit reform , Stu is not a specialist in pip like you , but he is really good & helps people in tough times . If Labour get into power as I understand Labour will continue with Tory welfare reform policy .

[@linndrumfan1959]

You are right about Labour and the fact they will seemingly continue down the same warped and twisted path as the Tories. You can probably expect Labour to tweak a few things here and there but on the whole, there will not be many changes. In fact, a few Labour MPs have said that the Tories should have gotten even tougher! If that's even possible. Crazy or what, eh?

[@julianrobertson3303]

@@linndrumfan1959 Quite so , it's a shame how everything is changing , all we can do is hope for the best .

[@elizabethauckland7406]

Don’t know how to contact you Charlie but wanted to say a massive thank you! I’ve watched every vlog since I found you before starting a claim. I’ve been awarded standard for both parts for 3 year and I’m over the moon. I applied two year ago and was declined but didn’t challenge it but this time I was clued up because of your invaluable advice. Keep doing what you are doing, you are an amazing lady ❤

[@linndrumfan1959]

She's an "amazing" lady charging people extortionate prices for help with their PIP? I'm pretty sure it's illegal to do what she's doing. If not, it definitely should be. I assume there are a few loopholes that enable her to continue doing it. Either way, you are entitled to your opinion.

[@elizabethauckland7406]

@@linndrumfan1959 I paid no fee, just watched all the blogs and took notes to help me. She has to live like everyone else. If you’re good at something and get results which she clearly does then why not charge for the service you provide? I have no issues with someone trying to help themselves.

[@Buddingrose]

@@linndrumfan1959It only works out at £43 an hour. That’s not bad. What do solicitors charge at least £150 per hour. Considering what’s at stake, someone’s livelihood for 5 years. She’s helping people who are probably not good at articulating themselves and lose their claim. Also taking into account she has disabilities herself and takes her at least 15 hours to fill out a form. I think her prices are reasonable. She has plenty of free info videos on her channel as she states for those that can’t afford it.

[@liveinthelight796]

This is hands down the best pip channel ❤

[@markdonaghy8193]

By far the funniest thing I've watched in ages I have not left in about 3 years that got me laughing So much I had to watch it twice

[@salmakuraishy6569]

Thanks, Charlie. I got my disability allowance 😊

[@deano_bites]

Most Searched Questions would be why did i score zero points and yet I'm disabled and cannot move

[@linndrumfan1959]

Even if a person ends up with zero points and it ends up with the claimant having to attend a tribunal, there have still been a lot of times the judge has awarded PIP. People forget that it's not Charlie winning your claim for you; it's the judge. But people never talk or mention this for some reason. When all is said and done, you've just wasted over £600. But each to their own, I guess.

[@allanthomas-wc8ff]

I had to stop working in 1985 due to cronic pain in every joint and was not able to work for over 5 years, till I retrained in a completely different industry. when I had to stop working my wife and I had 2 children 1 boy aged 4 and 1 boy aged 1 and my wife was not working at that time and because of my condition she couldn't go out to work. I was worried sick that we would lose our house and all we had worked for because we could not keep up the mortgage payments, without our parents we probably would of lost it all. At this time I had a social worker and at no time did she ever mention DLA, that payment would have been a life saver. So I would like to say to people don't think or rely on certain people to give you full advice, you need to find out yourselves.

[@curlers8798]

I have found that IF the assessor follows the proper path then you should be judged fairly. What you find is that as soon as you get one of the box ticking morons they will fail you regardless of how ill you are. This for me is why PIP is in such a mess when its easier for them to simply follow medical evidence and those with the most sever cases should be paid the higher rates and for a longer time frame. The Tories are just trying to take away as much PIP payments as they can to save cash and this is where it all falls down

[@linndrumfan1959]

The problem is that they often don't follow the proper path. Even when they do follow all the correct procedures, you are still at the mercy of the DWP descriptor's decision You've only got to look at how many people's claims for PIP and the WCA assessment end up going to a tribunal. It really shouldn't be coming to that time and time again. With our claims, it's a case of they are assuming we're all liars and they are making us jump through their endless question hoops to prove our innocence.

[@gilliandevito219]

Hello Charlie how do I contact you please for help

[@BrendonOsborne-nk9ln]

if you are preapred to spend the money then she will help you, untill then look for other channels help on youtube.

[@SleepingStrawberry]

Where on the form is the box to say that your condition dosent have a cure? I’ve never seen anything about that I’m so confused? All my condition have no cure or treatment. Currently in the process of writing my mandatory reconsideration, after getting letter the other day with lies on again and I recorded my assessment this time. Feel like I’m hitting my head against a brick wall here

[@ccg4387]

Do not give up. The DWP released statistics on fraud for PIP -it is 0.00%. Please believe if it is affecting you daily you are entitled and the sense of shame that is felt is so hard and yet you are worth fighting for, fight for yourself and then help others as best you can by wishing each one of us success in overcoming this obstacle of a process.

[@scottietoohottie]

Because u can’t skank pip they thankfully catch out the liars (too right wasting tax payers money). If you’re ill and struggling and it’s impacting your life negatively.

[@angelaraybould1154]

I was given a 10 year award after my last renewal due to a light touch review because of how being over 65

[@cheekster777]

Thank you Charlie.

[@kellysanderson6346]

The broadband question potentially regards the social tariff broadband providers have if you’re on benefits.

[@allanthomas-wc8ff]

Charlie have you or can you do a video on info on filling in an AR2 form. What you should and shouldn't include. Thanks

[@ITSWRIGHTY43]

Does dwp watch theses videos

[@paulaston5106]

Charlie I'm due my pip assessment soon if u where able to help me how much is this cost

[@PaulJones-vr2wi]

Hi Charlie although I has a review late 23 & got awarded again this time 4 years but they dropped me from enhanced daily to standard I told her on the phone about using suppositories & sometimes soil myself None of that was said in the report could i possibly appeal it now as it is starting to become a real pain in the arse(no pun). Any advice appreciated Many thanks.

[@susanstephenson1723]

Hi Charlie, my pip assessment has gone to audit........do you have any knowledge of this that you could pass on. regards from sue

[@AmandaJackson-nw7tk]

Does anyone know if you can receive pip points for using hearing aids, as well as a pill box.An answer to this question would be very much appreciater. Thankyou

[@chrisparker9848]

Hi Charlie

[@RR-qu2oz]

I dont watch her videos, I just come here to read the comments , sadly, only a few have worked " it" out. 🤔

[@zoejones3762]

Worked what out?

[@Loveuniverse84]

Will your Universal Credit decrease if you receive PIP?

[@theborgqueen]

No

[@jobby750]

I did hear somewhere that there is a campaign for getting a better benefit rate for people on 10 pts mobility because it's a big discrepancy from 10 to 12 in benefit could any body enlighten me

[@linndrumfan1959]

I'm not doubting you at all, but I have certainly never heard that. I hope someone else will be able to answer you.

[@user-by1wx4kz9j]

Thank you so much Charlie for all your advice, so kind of you. I love your videos :) I can't remember if I asked you this question before, I was awarded the full enhanced rate of PIP for 10 years about 3years ago and I got myself a small mobilty car. I'm so afraid that someday I will get a letter from PIP saying we are going to review you case or something silly like that and i would loss my PIP. Is there any chance of something like that happening? It's just I see so much talk on TikTok about PIP changing that I'm now a bit concerned. My needs remain the same and have not changed by the way. Thank you so much.

[@linndrumfan1959]

Charlie doesn't reply to anyone.

[@user-by1wx4kz9j]

@@linndrumfan1959 Ohh OK Thank you.

[@linndrumfan1959]

Hi all, just a heads up for everyone: I'm afraid to say that Charlie never responds to direct questions. However, you could bet big money on receiving a swift reply from her if you were asking for help with your PIP claim!! All this woman thinks about is ££££. Does she really have your best interests at heart? I imagine if she did that she would make an effort to reply to your comments, even if it's responding to just a few of them. She certainly has the time, so she can never use that as an excuse. She also says that she's always in constant pain yet there's never any sign of that pain when she makes her overly long YT vlogs. Go figure. Charlie's favourite film quote of all time surely has to be "show me the money!" from Tom Cruise and Cuba Gooding Jr. flick Jerry Maguire!!

[@WB-14]

Why do i have to makd a new claim if ive a new condition

[@nakedbiker6610]

When you say "your clients" what do you mean?

[@linndrumfan1959]

Exactly! This seriously deluded woman has ideas above her station. She is acting like she's comparable to a solicitor or a lawyer! You really couldn't make it up. 🤣 Please don't fall for it.

[@theborgqueen]

Is it possible to win pip without sending supporting evidence- diagnosed mental health?

[@LAGW49]

Hey Charlie you need to update your website,some info is not correct...ie 100% success rate and the wording in parts is incorrect. Im on your side so dont take offence.

[@debsykes3056]

If I’m an amputee and if affects the amount of care or health, can I claim PIP

[@michw3755]

Yes absolutely, if it affects your living in any way even mentally then apply mention anything even minute that affects you before your amputation

[@debsykes3056]

@@michw3755 thank you

[@annofcleavers5791]

Hello Charlie,i applied for pip about a month ago,i was diagnosed with another illness last week,do i ring pip and tell them?Any idea if i will have to fill a new form in and start the whole thing over again? Thankyou 😊

[@Nathalie7774]

No they will go by the new letter.

[@annofcleavers5791]

​@@Nathalie7774Thankyou 😊

[@kennicheassia2309]

Hi, what is my health has gone worse since i got rewarded three months a go??,now i need to have epidural injections for my on going pain. Please help

[@linndrumfan1959]

Hi, please read my recent posts. Charlie doesn't reply to questions. Why? Only she knows.

[@blooddevil0]

i was told by DWP they would get back to me by the 16th may after i sent my mandatry reconsideration, should i call them up i dont want to give them reason to say no to my claim, PIP have been savage to me over the years and frankly im scared

[@linndrumfan1959]

As you've probably come to realise by now, Charlie never replies to personal messages.

[@blooddevil0]

@@linndrumfan1959 i hadn't relized that now but thanks

[@linndrumfan1959]

​@@blooddevil0No probs at all.

[@harrygiles1098]

How do we employ your services please?

[@catchyourselfon9541]

The appeal service have rebooked my date because of conflict of interest, I had my interview online, but due to conflict off interest the are giving me another date, my medical conditions are getting worse, but now I'm starting to worry that they are going to take my pip away, I need advice as the reply slip just came in for the tribunal again, need advice worried person northern Ireland

[@michw3755]

Look for local charities in your area that gives benefits advice you can search them online in your area or if you have it in northern Ireland the Citizens Advice Bureau

[@Buddingrose]

I think Charlie can more or less see right through the fakers claiming which they need to clamp down on. It really angers me when I see this happening because they lie so much they convince themselves of their lies by having a string of illnesses or another will miraculously arise out of the blue that wasn’t there before. Milking the system for all they can. They’re so transparent, it’s unbelievable. They have the brass neck to boldly go through their life with ease and display it on the internet for all to see, then cry when there’s a backlash.

[@harrygiles1098]

ah, just seen the link

[@paulaston5106]

Charlie I've got mental health do u help people like me thank you

[@GT7ELITEYT]

Hi Charlie, serious question here.. I got awarded PIP back in February 2020 (before pandemic just) for depression /anxiety I filled in the application (didn't apply for it they just sent it) Read on the universal creditwebsite via message that I had been awarded pip, NO assessment, no telephone call, no award letter and NO length of award given, 4 years in I've had zero contact with anybody at pip... Is this normal?

[@GT7ELITEYT]

You talk about certain length claims that's why I ask... I've no clue how long mine is... Anyway to find out?

[@linndrumfan1959]

You're wasting your time. She never replies.

[@GT7ELITEYT]

@@linndrumfan1959 really? Didn't know that... What's the point in watching her then? Does she just want your money for her help? What a waste of a channel, bye

[@linndrumfan1959]

@@GT7ELITEYT Hi there. Yes, it seems that way. A total waste of time, indeed. It's cruel of her to just ignore people who are worried etc. But yes, you're right; she's just hoping that someone is desperate enough and will reach out to her to help with their claim. I hope you manage to get an answer to your question. Take care.

[@kennicheassia2309]

Do i need to inform pip people or not

[@user-ns5pi3qb5p]

im wondering if my mandatory was successful because my pip money went up about 40 quid last week.

[@1tuffcookie87]

In April all benefits increased

[@user-ns5pi3qb5p]

@@1tuffcookie87 yes i know but mine increased again this week and my review was finished on the 20th of may..i already had the april increase..i just havent recieved a letter about the decision...

[@user-ns5pi3qb5p]

@@1tuffcookie87 my review ended on the 20th may and my benefit increased on friday 24th.

[@renegade-master29]

My cat is my heart and soul my kryptonite we are both smitten, lol

[@BrendonOsborne-nk9ln]

Seriously don't understand why people can't see through you truly can't there is much better channels out there offering the same advice for free and not advertising their business moto but somehow 28k of you turn up and support her, unreal!

[@RR-qu2oz]

Ya know what they say " One born every minute 🤷"

[@linndrumfan1959]

How can anyone condone what she's doing? Crazy. I could understand it more if she was charging £50 or something, but over £600!! That's just taking the p*ss big time!! And the way she refers to these gullible and desperate people as her "clients" just makes my jaw drop.

[@Buddingrose]

Sound bitter to me? It only works out at £43 an hour. That’s not bad. What do solicitors charge at least £150 per hour. Considering what’s at stake, someone’s livelihood for 5 years. She’s helping people who are probably not good at articulating themselves and lose their claim. Also taking into account she has disabilities herself and takes her at least 15 hours to fill out a form. I think her prices are reasonable. She has plenty of free info videos on her channel as she states for those that can’t afford it.

[@leed3496]

Hi Charlie, how do I get your help?

[@linndrumfan1959]

She only will help you if you pay her £600 to fill out a PIP claim. If not, she couldn't care less about your question.

[@scraggs11]

The pip awards are getting longer because they know pip is getting changed to a new benefit and everyone will start from day one

[@mohhanif3289]

Hi need help

[@sweetiek453]

I need help charlie 😢

[@JohnSmith-31]

PIP payments will soon end with Starmer 😅😅😅

[@linndrumfan1959]

To anyone that comes to Charlie's channel in the hope of getting an answer to your question. I can tell you now that you won't ever receive a reply. All I and others can do is try to warn gullible and trusting people about Charlie. If people don't listen, then they'll have to find out the hard way. What I don't get is that Charlie can make 30-minute uploads every other week, with never any sign of being in constant pain, but she chooses not to answer people's questions or concerns directly. Having the type of channel that she has, she should inevitably expect to receive x amount of questions. To the many of you that ask Charlie direct questions, I ask you to have a look at other people that have asked her questions, and you will find out that she never ever responds. She reckons she's always in "too much pain". She honestly doesn't care at all; if she genuinely cared, then she would reply to you. She certainly has the time. The very least she could do is put up a disclaimer to say that she doesn't reply to personal questions and queries. It would save people a lot of time, and they would also know that they weren't simply being ignored on purpose. To simply not acknowledge anyone's messages speaks volumes about the kind of person she is. Always remember this: if you're not asking her to help you with your PIP claim, well, she doesn't want to know. It's not 🚀 science.

[@susanstephenson1723]

They will smell the coffee soon hopefully ...

[@linndrumfan1959]

​@@susanstephenson1723Yeah 👍

[@Buddingrose]

She has 6 client forms to fill out a month. So all her time is probably taken up if she spends on average 15 hours to fill a PIP form out in between the times she is in pain.. She doesn’t have to show she’s in pain for a 30 minute video. There are channels on p KZbin that claim to help but are clearly scamming the system for all they can get. I do agree though that she should at least reply to the first few comments at least. No one can sit there and answer them all.

[@Thechatteringclasses-oj6zy]

Hi, what do you charge please ?

[@BrendonOsborne-nk9ln]

too bloody much

[@RR-qu2oz]

​@@BrendonOsborne-nk9lnExactly, so few can see it sadly. 🤷

[@linndrumfan1959]

Some of her -- wait for it -- "clients" have stated that she does a no win no fee. I don't know if that was always the case? If this is true I can imagine more people would take the plunge.

[@nifty3000]

She works for the dwp now. Do not give her any of your personal details you will find yourself under investigation

[@dramallama220]

Any evidence to support that? You could say that about nearly all the people doing this sort of thing - tell anyone anything that may make them query the legitimacy of a claim and they could report it to the DWP. That's why some people on PIP and LCWRA stop sharing so much of their personal life here on the Internet. They share something that doesn't make sense to people who know what they're claiming for, get defensive when someone queries it, and they get reported for it. If you're investigated and you know you've told the honest truth with no exaggeration then nothing will happen in the majority of cases.

[@nifty3000]

@dramallama220 im not reading all that.

[@apollocreed5391]

Get a job, it's unfair us hardworking people prop up your wages for pip!! And claim 750 quid for anxiety 🤬

[@E3Anas]

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