Contribution ESA

sashtom79

would my LWRSA stop if my ESA stop or would it continue on universal credit?

poppy123456

If you're claiming New style ESA as well as UC and you're found fit for work then the decision applies to both ESA and the LCWRA element of UC.

Other than that, it's a bit of a vague question because it will depend on the reason why one of them stopped.

sashtom79

thank you, the new style ESA hasn’t stopped yet, I sent in a change of diagnosis from bi polar to schizoaffective disorder and I’m worried they will stop ESA. Not sure what the DWP next step is?

sashtom79

I sent my psychiatrist’s letter, my social worker letter as I’m going into supported accommodation and a audiologist letter so you know and also in hospital.

poppy123456

If you're already in the Support Group/LCWRA then I'm confused why you reported changes. It's nothing to do with a diagnosis and the Support Group is the highest award you can have so a change of diagnosis or a worsening of condition isn't going to get you a higher award.

sashtom79

I just thought when I read the ESA’s booklet that you need to tell them about a change of health condition which is what I have done.

poppy123456

That's very misleading. Not all changes need to be reported and if you're already in the highest group there's nothing to report. Hopefully they won't refer you for another work capability assessment but if they do then you will receive the ESA50 form in the post.

sashtom79

thanks Poppy. I made a grave error and have to face the consequences. I feel so stupid. Let’s see what happens.

poppy123456

Please try not to feel that way. It doesn't help when they advise "all changes must be reported." there are some changes that don't need to be reported.

sashtom79

Found this from citizen website I have been an in patient for 5 months and my address with ESA is the hospital. Glimmer of hope maybe Poppy.