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Stoma and ilstomy bag

Koyal
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  • I have a question im I eligible for pip benefit if I have stoma and ileostomy bag?

  • Hi Koyal

    My name is Linda and I am a Work Support Adviser on our National Support Line. I can advise on your Rights at Work if you have been affected by Cancer. You have not mentioned if you are employed or not.

    As your query relates to a State Benefit this is best answered by our Welfare Rights Team. They are unfortunately not represented on our “ Ask an Expert” site in the online community.

    You can speak to one of our Welfare Rights Advisers on 0808 808 0000 ( please press option 1, option 2, option 2 ) Monday – Friday 8am -8pm or Saturday and Sunday 9am – 5pm .

    You may also wish to email them here or by webchat here

    I hope this information has been helpful. Please do not hesitate to contact us again if you have any further concerns.

    Kind Regards

     

    Linda

    Work Support Advisor

    Remember you can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or by email

     

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