Home visit

tracies1996

hi I have a home visit tomorrow so they can verify my ID , as my mental health condition etc I couldn’t go to jobcentre. I feel really sick and anxious as I don’t like strangers in my home due to an assault i suffered although thankfully it’s a lady who is coming . ( no disrespect to men btw just how is for me ) . I have so much ID. And bank card etc but not really statements but I took screenshot of bank so shows it’s mine etc will that be ok do you think ? I also have a tax thing from benefits which shows everything on there too and bills . I’m not sleeping at all as anything like this or any kind of appointment where someone needs to see me my ptsd and anxiety just kick in to overdrive . Thank you for reading .

Holly_Scope

Hi @traciesmith1996 that's completely understandable, it's your safe space and someone entering it is bound to cause you some anxiety, especially given what you've been through - totally get why you feel more comfortable with a woman. It sounds like you've got a good deal of information ready so I'm sure it'll be fine. I hope it goes well and the visitor is nice and friendly 😊

Azura

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/137346/home-visit

I had a home vist for ID too - as I don't leave my home and my anxiety and mental health are so bad, that I don't like strangers in my home either. I was getting myself in such a state, as didn't have much ID.

But the lady was so understanding and nice and it took about 10 minutes. I hope it goes well for you. I know how distressing the thought of these things are.

tracies1996

Thankyou holly_scope and azura , yeh I can’t bare it I won’t even answer my door unless I know who it is . I get anxious if the postman knocks lol I’m that bad . Thank you for commenting and sharing also . I’ve been on esa a long time and went through battles initially to get that but was awarded enhanced disability and put in support group as that bad so I just stress over this kind of thing . As long as in and out hopefully il survive ha . Sure I won’t sleep tonight tho as I’m a massive worrier and overthinker ( I’m my worst own enemy ) but I’ve always been like it ha . Thank you really appreciate your support . X

Azura

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1055342#Comment_1055342

I understand. I have a panic attack even when the phone goes. Everyone knows not to call me, unless it's urgent. And I know what you mean about the postman. Nobody is allowed to knock on my door either - it literally makes me shake with fear.

I do so hope it isn't too bad for you. Let us know how you got on, if you are able to. x

tracies1996

had home visit and woman from DWP , was lovely she also advised me to apply for pip which tbf I’d been told a few years ago too but I never have as said the thought of going through medical again but she said I could do over the phone . So I might do this when feel a bit stronger in head space .

Bluebell21

Hi @traciesmith1996 I am glad your home visit went well. Just apply for PIP when you are ready.

Take care.

tracies1996

thank you bluebell21 yes il do so when up to it . :) x

Kimi87

You can always get support from local welfare rights, I had help filling in my form and that was done over the phone. https://advicefinder.turn2us.org.uk/