Disability benefits such as PIP or ADP do not count towards the benefit cap.
The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions show that there were 7.0 million people across Scotland, England and Wales, receiving financial support through Universal Credit at the end of September. The income-related benefit is designed to help people in and out of work on a low income with everyday living costs.
It’s also crucial to be aware that the health condition itself will not automatically qualify someone for PIP or ADP, it’s how it affects a person’s daily living and/or mobility needs.PIP and ADP payment rates You will need an assessment to work out the level of financial help you will receive and your rate will be regularly reviewed to make sure you are getting the right support.
An award for PIP or ADP can also lead to additional support for housing costs, Council Tax, other benefits and reduced travel on public transport. In addition to what we have outlined above, if you get or need help with any of the following because of your condition, you should consider applying for PIP or ADP.DWP or Social Security Scotland will assess how difficult you find daily living and mobility tasks. For each task they will look at:
How you are assessed You will be assessed by an independent healthcare professional to help the DWP determine the level of financial support, if any, you need, for PIP.
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