PIP Support

Applying for Personal Independence Payment can feel difficult, especially when you are already dealing with injury, illness, disability or poor mental health.

PAS UK provides practical support to help people understand the PIP process, prepare their case clearly and feel more confident about the steps ahead.

We know that forms, evidence and decisions can be hard to manage alone. Our role is to provide straightforward help that makes the process easier to understand.

Who this support is for

We support people who need help with a PIP claim, including:

  • people making a new claim
  • people challenging a decision
  • people preparing for mandatory reconsideration
  • people getting ready for an appeal or tribunal
  • family members or carers supporting someone through the process

 

Some people come to us because they do not know where to start. Others have already been through part of the process and need help understanding what to do next.

What PAS UK can help with

Our PIP support is practical and focused on what is most likely to help your case.

That may include support with:

  • understanding the PIP process
  • completing claim forms
  • explaining how your condition affects daily life
  • gathering supporting evidence
  • preparing for mandatory reconsideration
  • preparing for tribunal or appeal

 

We focus on helping people present their situation clearly, accurately and in a way that reflects the reality of day-to-day life.

A practical approach to PIP support

PIP is not awarded on diagnosis alone. It is based on how your condition affects your ability to manage everyday activities and mobility.

That is why good support matters.

PAS UK helps people think through the practical impact of their condition, identify the most relevant evidence and explain their needs clearly. We do not offer false promises or guarantees. We offer honest, practical support to help people put forward the strongest case they can.

Why people choose PAS UK

PAS UK is a disability-led charity built on lived experience.

We understand that benefit processes can feel stressful, frustrating and impersonal. Many people need more than form-filling help. They need someone who understands the wider reality of disability, injury, mental health and major life change.

Our approach is clear, respectful and grounded in real-world understanding.

Taking the next step

If you need help with a PIP claim, mandatory reconsideration or tribunal preparation, get in touch.

We can talk through your situation, explain the support available and help you decide what to do next.

You do not need to have everything in place before making contact.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can PAS UK help with on a PIP claim?

PAS UK can help you understand the PIP process, complete claim forms, explain how your condition affects daily life, gather supporting evidence and prepare for the next steps in your claim.

Can PAS UK help with mandatory reconsideration?

Yes. If your claim has been refused or the award does not reflect your needs, PAS UK can help you understand the decision and prepare for mandatory reconsideration.

Can PAS UK help me prepare for a PIP tribunal?

Yes. PAS UK can help you prepare for appeal or tribunal by helping you present your situation clearly and focus on the evidence and daily impact that matter most.

Do I need medical evidence for a PIP claim?

Medical evidence can help, but PIP is not based on diagnosis alone. It is based on how your condition affects your ability to manage everyday activities and mobility. Relevant evidence and a clear explanation of day-to-day impact are both important.

Can a family member or carer contact PAS UK for support?

Yes. Family members and carers can get in touch if they are supporting someone through a claim and need help understanding the process or next steps.

How do I get started?

You can contact PAS UK by phone, email or through the website. We can talk through your situation, explain the support available and help you decide what to do next.

Call us on: 01788 227347

Peer Advice Services UK

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