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Making Commitments

lisawells1990

I have a telephone appointment on Thursday 1st May the appointment is to make commitments, I’m very anxious & nervous by this as I have high levels of anxiety & it’s making me a bit ill. I think they are going to make me to go back to work which I have already explained in my journal that I won’t be able to work due to high levels of anxiety, agoraphobia, panic attacks & learning disabilities, I haven’t been out the house properly since 2018/2019. I think that’s what it is

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judie

@lisawells1990 my commitments, for the last few years, have been to inform DWP of any changes to my circumstances. Every one is different and mine could change with this shakeup but don't worry for the next couple of weeks - it may be ok.

Kimi87

As you are moving from ESA Support Group, you are entitled to the UC equivalent, LCWRA from the start of your claim.

Your commitments will be to keep them informed of any changes, and to log in to your Journal regularly.

Does the appointment mention New Style ESA at all?

lisawells1990

I was on income support work activity related. I worked once a week back in 2014 & I had to leave in 2016 due to my anxiety was getting worse, I haven’t worked since then because my conditions have got worsened, also I haven’t be able to use public transport since 2018. I did back then ask for Mandatory Reconsideration explaining that I’m better off in a support group I was on before when work came up by a disability charity, my claim got rejected I couldn’t be bothered to repeat it again so just left it. When I applied for UC it said I had to make commitments including looking for work & applying for jobs which I had no choice of except them otherwise I will lose my money. I feel ill by thinking about it. I feel like crying in bed when thinking about it. So no I won’t be able to work espically B n M as I can’t cope in large crowds & noises

lisawells1990

No I don’t need a fit note because I never had one. It makes me feel sick thinking about it

Kimi87

I've read your previous posts and there seems to be some confusion about which group you were in for ESA?

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SM9346

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1019511#Comment_1019511

Just read the quote above and couldn’t agree any more with you. DWP staff wonder why they are hated in this country due to comments like that. I seen a few people on Reddit “who” work for them making similar type of comments. Seen one mod saying disabled people are burden to taxpayers money and seen one mod mocking someone’s anxiety issues.

WhatThe

A few years ago one of them explained to me how if his arm was broken, it would heal and that cancer can now be cured!

This the new 'health and work conversation' in the Health Transformation Programme.

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SM9346

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1019693#Comment_1019693

I have a brain injury which is permanent and was asked if my metal plate in my head will heal overtime. The metal plate in my skull is there to replace the bone which was permanently damaged.

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SM9346

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1019718#Comment_1019718

Anytime ive been to the job centre. I’ve had no issues or arguments with them etc. All have been with me tbf. But I have heard other stories from family or friends who have been in and been treated horrible.

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SM9346

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1019827#Comment_1019827

Just read the link you posted. If that was me I’d tell them to stick their benefits. Family is more important than some UC meeting. One thing I do believe in is a Universal Basic Income where if you have a lifelong disability or health condition that stops you from working. You should get the weekly minimum wage and be left alone permanently.

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SM9346

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1020317#Comment_1020317

I think I’d that happened. It would solve a lot of issues. But the government won’t do it. There was talk up here in Scotland the SNP wanted to do this but no information since then.

lisawells1990

I know I’m entitled to LCWRA on the lower rate. What does that mean exactly? If it’s something to do with work then I won’t be able to. I still feel about it

lisawells1990

feel awful* sorry I’ve missed a word out it’s probably my anxiety as I do feel shaky

Kimi87

Which group were you in for ESA?

Support Group or Work Related Activity Group?

From your previous posts it's not clear.

lisawells1990

Work related Activity Group I apologise for this if it’s not clear as my wordings can get muddled up or leave words out

Kimi87

That means you will be in the LCW group for UC (Limited Capability for Work).

Those in LCW are expected to engage with a work coach, undertake work preparation activities in agreement with your coach, but cannot be forced to apply for jobs.