UC health change

janejr
janejr Online Community Member Posts: 150 Empowering

Ive had DDD and stenosis in my spine for years but recently been told I have a large tumor on my spine attached to my sciatica nerve. I'm having day surgery later this month. Ive had a change of for medication tihis.

Thls and other factors have impacted my mental health and have had my antidepressants doubled. I am waiting for counciling for this. Do I inform UC and PIP

Any advice would be welcome. Thank you

Comments

  • OverlyAnxious
    OverlyAnxious Online Community Member Posts: 4,081 Championing

    If you're already on UC LCWRA and Enhanced PIP, there is no greater award that could be gained, so no need to inform UC or PIP.

  • JonnycJonny
    JonnycJonny Scope Member Posts: 252 Empowering

    Unless you are certain that you would gain extra points - thereby securing an increased benefit amount from, say, the standard rate to the enhanced rate - I would caution you from informing the DWP. Do seek professional advice first.

    You may be faced with the prospect of having a new health assessment - filling in forms etc and all the stress that would entail - on top of all you now have to contend with.

    Best wishes to you

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