This presentation provides an overview of the new Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for disabled people. It is aimed at support organisations who work with disabled people and addresses the following topics:
- why it is being introduced
- how it benefits those who qualify
- who it is for
- when and how it will be implemented
- explanation of the different components and rates
- explanation of the assessment criteria and scoring system
- the 5 stages process to claiming PIP
- how exisiting Disability Living Allowance claimants will be affected
- impact on other benefits and services