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Karen1305
Karen1305 Community member Posts: 4 Listener
edited April 2019 in Benefits and financial support
Hi all, I've just been awarded pip standard daily living after a mandatory reconsideration. I've heard that I should be entitled to severe disability premium as I live alone and am on income based esa. I'd like to use it to engage some support with attending appointments etc. Is it possible to apply for it in writing as I find phone calls impossible?
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  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Community member Posts: 7,942 Disability Gamechanger
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    Hi @Karen1305 welcome to the community! You may find this information about Severe Disability Premium useful which explains the eligibility criteria and how to apply. Hope this helps and let us know if we can be of any further help :)
    Disability Gamechanger - 2019
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  • Karen1305
    Karen1305 Community member Posts: 4 Listener
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    Thanks,  don't know why I'm getting myself into such a state about it to be honest. I know I'm lucky in that I have a couple of people who would be happy make any phone calls etc. 
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  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Community member Posts: 7,942 Disability Gamechanger
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    I understand,  before I lost my hearing I had extreme anxiety when it came to making phone calls and so I gave permission for my Mum to speak on my behalf and they were fine about it :) 
    Disability Gamechanger - 2019
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  • paul93
    paul93 Community member Posts: 69 Connected
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    Hi 

    Karen1305

    Yes you are eligible and you should call ESA and apply on phone your severe disability premium and they will ask you few questions and they will pay you back dated when your PIP started hope it will help
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  • Waylay
    Waylay Community member, Scope Member Posts: 973 Pioneering
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    Good luck!
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