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Terminally Ill Mum Denied Vital Disability Benefit
28 Oct
Summary
- Mum with terminal cancer denied disability payments.
- She cannot eat, talk, walk, or use the toilet alone.
- Family appeals the decision while facing financial strain.
A terminally ill mother, Rachael Field, aged 56, has been refused disability benefit despite her severe condition. Six years ago, Field was diagnosed with tongue cancer and has since undergone multiple treatments, including the removal of her tongue and voice box. She now relies on a feeding tube and requires assistance for all personal care and mobility needs.
Field applied for Personal Independence Payment (Pip) in May but was awarded zero points, meaning the claim was denied. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) cited a need for further evidence to process the claim. Field's family has been appealing the decision for several months, facing significant delays and expressing frustration with the assessment system.
Field's daughter highlighted the struggles her family faces, with her father working full-time while caring for his wife. To help her mother enjoy her remaining time, a GoFundMe appeal has been launched to fund trips and experiences. The DWP stated they are working to resolve the situation and require additional information from Ms. Field.
