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Hearing aid: PIP assessment
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joe1
Community member Posts: 1 Listener
hi I’m due a pip assessment from DVLA to ppl however I have been told by my ent doctor that a hearing aid would not benefit me in 1 ear but might have a slight benefit to my other ear. Would I receive any points for this or must I have 2 hearing aids despite it being deemed useless? Please help
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Hi @joe1 welcome to the community! PIP is solely based on how your condition affects your ability to carry out daily activities such as washing and dressing, etc and mobility. Let us know if you have any further questions
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Hi @joe1 and welcomeWhat is the reason why you only need one hearing aid ?Normally you need to be using aids in both ears to receive any points, However, is it the case that you are profoundly deaf in one ear to the extent that it would make no difference ?Be all you can be, make every day count. Namaste
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Action for Hearing Loss have a downloadable document around PIP and hearing impairments that you might like to have a look through.Scope
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Action for Hearing Loss have a downloadable document around PIP and hearing impairments that you might like to have a look through.Scope
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