If you need help due to a disability or long-term health condition you may qualify for extra support through PIP or ADP.
The latest statistics from the Department for Work and Pensions show that in April 2023, there were 5.9 million people across Scotland, England and Wales, receiving financial support through Universal Credit, a benefit intended to help those out of work or on a low income with daily living costs.
You don’t need to have worked or paid National Insurance to qualify for PIP or ADP. Neither benefit is means-tested either, so it doesn’t matter what your income is, how much you have in savings, or whether you're currently employed. Top Money Stories Today Conditions supported through PIP and ADP These are the main disability categories, the umbrella term by which a total of 547 other conditions fall under. This list is only an overview of conditions, disorders and diseases and how the DWP lists the main disabilities being claimed for.
Who is eligible for PIP or ADP? If you get or need help with any of the following because of your condition, you should consider applying for PIP:How is PIP and ADP paid? PIP and ADP are usually paid every four weeks unless you are terminally ill, in which case it is paid every week. Both benefits will be paid directly into your bank, building society or credit union account.
How do you make a claim for PIP? You can make a new claim by contacting the DWP, you will find all the information you need to apply on the GOV.UK website here.Once you have contacted the DWP, they will send you a document to complete which consists of 14 questions. This includes space for any additional information you feel is relevant to your claim.
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