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I will not be able to pay rent or council tax or food .what can I do? feeling suicidal

Division maker stopping my money .I'm separated from partner .He lives in property which is on market. It's not sold they have proof from estate agent .we have dropped price .I can't make husband do anymore he is abusive .I have spent time in a woman's refuge before.Im on highest pip for mental and physical reasons .they are not helping pay mortgage .I will not be able to pay rent or council tax or food .what can I do
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You are a member of our community and we appreciate you.
If you are having thoughts of suicide, it is important that you discuss them with someone who is qualified to help. Please call the Samaritans on 116 123 (free) or email them at [email protected]
You might also benefit from reading MIND’s information on how you can help yourself: http://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-healthproblems/suicidal-feelings/how-can-i-help-myself/
If you feel that you may be an immediate danger to yourself, please call 999 or go to your local hospital right away.
Best wishes,
Antonia
I am so sorry to hear you are having such a tough time, you arent alone and there are people who can offer support.
As Antonia says, you can speak to the Samaritans and also the CAB, there is also Womens Aid and they have a helpline on
0808 2000 247.
You can appeal this decision, we have information on how to do this and some videos that might help.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9eTgNyPo9Q
Im glad you have reached out, I hope that chatting with our members here will be helpful.
Senior online community officer
I’m not clear why the DWP have stopped your money and would need more information to be able to advise you. It may be that you need to appeal or, depending on the circumstances make a new claim for benefit.
The capital value of the house should be disregarded if it’s up for sale, at least for 6 months and possibly longer.
You really need to get advice as soon as possible - ideally from a local citizens advice or welfare rights team. Staff in the refuge should know who where you can get help with this.
Regards,
Michael
That will give you the low down on help with a mortgage.
For a new means tested benefit you will have to pay the first 9 months mortgage before you get the help.
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