PIP & Benefit Guides
The latest news, info, stories, and resources.
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How to Choose the Right Disability Aid & What Grants Are Available
Finding the right disability aid is a mix of understanding your needs, testing equipment, and exploring all funding avenues.
Purpl
August 22, 2025
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What Illnesses Qualify for Disability Living Allowance & PIP?
This guide breaks down exactly what conditions qualify, what support you might be entitled to, and how it all works in practice.
Purpl
August 20, 2025
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Disability Living Allowance for Adults: What You Need to Know
Understanding DLA and its replacement, PIP, can be confusing, but staying informed helps you plan and protect your income.
Purpl
August 15, 2025
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DLA to PIP at Age 16: Parent’s Guide to Your Child’s Transition
Here’s your clear, parent-friendly guide to the DLA to PIP transition, including timelines, tips, and what to do if things don’t go as planned.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
August 1, 2025
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What to Say on Your PIP Form (And What Not to)
Filling in a PIP form is exhausting, and the way it’s worded can trip up anyone. It’s easy to downplay how much help you actually need or second-guess what to write. This guide cuts through the jargon and gives you practical, no-nonsense tips on how to fill in your PIP form honestly and clearly — […]
Purpl
July 22, 2025
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DWP Confirms Small Benefits Increase for PIP, Carer’s Allowance & More
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will increase most disability-related benefits by 1.7%, based on September 2024’s CPI inflation rate.
Purpl
July 16, 2025
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Going Abroad On PIP: The 4-Week Rule That Could Pause Your Payments
Receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and planning a holiday outside the UK? Understand how it could affect your payments.
Purpl
July 16, 2025
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Free Driving Lessons If You’re on PIP or DLA – Here’s How to Check If You’re Eligible
If you get the higher rate mobility part of PIP or DLA, you might be able to get up to 40 hours of driving lessons completely free.
Purpl
July 15, 2025
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Changes to Universal Credit: What They Mean for Disabled People, and Where to Get Support
Here’s a simple breakdown of what’s changing with Universal Credit, who it applies to, and where to turn for help if you need it.
Purpl
July 10, 2025









