A common misconception is that alcoholics are not eligible for disability benefits, including Personal Independence Payment (PIP). However, this is not the case. While specific eligibility criteria must be met to receive PIP, alcoholism is not a disqualifying factor. There are two main types of PIP: a daily living component and a mobility component. The daily living component is for those who need help with activities such as dressing, washing, or using the toilet. The mobility component is for those who need help walking or moving around. To be eligible for the daily living component, a person must have difficulty with at least two of the following activities: Preparing or eating food Washing themselves Using the toilet Dressing themselves Reading and communicating Managing their medicines or treatments. To be eligible for the mobility component, a person must have difficulty with at least one of the following activities: Planning or following journeys Moving around outside of the home. PIP is not means-tested, which means that it is not based on your income or savings. It is also not affected by whether you are at work or not. An independent assessor conducting a face-to-face assessment will assess whether or not you are eligible for PIP. This assessment will look at your ability to carry out activities rather than your diagnosis of alcoholism.