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  • Woodcock21
    Woodcock21 Online Community Member Posts: 55 Connected

    We too are scared how we are going to cope. Hubby gets pip, IIB and I'm his carer.

    He works 0-5 hours a week and me 1 day. And we struggle already.

    Last winter we sat without heating and only used it if the grandchildren came around. Really isn't the standard of life we expected.

    He only got pip a year ago after being very ill . He became disabled 40+ yrs ago but was too proud to apply before and now this. His depression and anxiety has hit rock bottom.

  • Rachel_Scope
    Rachel_Scope Posts: 1,649 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    I'm so sorry to hear you're struggling @Woodcock21. Have you checked that you're getting all the benefits you're entitled to? Here's a Benefits Calculator https://benefits-calculator.turn2us.org.uk/

    I know it's easier said than done but please try not to worry too much. It will be a long time before any changes come in. We're always here to offer you support 😊