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Home visit request completely ignored.

In my claim i mentioned not being able to get to the assessment...and stated im more than happy for them to approach my Drs.
I received an app for 2nd sept 26 miles away from me and 45 min away from a train station.
I called 1 adviser and he said they had approached the gp and was waiting for info.
2nd adviser said thats not true(this i know as i called my gp and they have no record at all concerning UC)
3rd and final adviser said its all down to me...I have to get a gp to include my details and why i cannot attend in the field interview/
My surgery are more than happy to assist..ironically my main Gp bless her, is having a well deserved vacation...so another gp will write the letter....not sure if this is going to cost me...nothing was said at the gps...
Is this protocol about right for UC? i thought they contacted my gp's....it seems theyve totally ignored my application evidence.
I received an app for 2nd sept 26 miles away from me and 45 min away from a train station.
I called 1 adviser and he said they had approached the gp and was waiting for info.
2nd adviser said thats not true(this i know as i called my gp and they have no record at all concerning UC)
3rd and final adviser said its all down to me...I have to get a gp to include my details and why i cannot attend in the field interview/
My surgery are more than happy to assist..ironically my main Gp bless her, is having a well deserved vacation...so another gp will write the letter....not sure if this is going to cost me...nothing was said at the gps...
Is this protocol about right for UC? i thought they contacted my gp's....it seems theyve totally ignored my application evidence.
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They very rarely contact anyone for any evidence, the onus is on you to make sure it’s sent to support your claim.
The 3rd person you spoke to us correct. You need to send a letter from your GP staying the reasons why you can’t attend an assessment centre. Do be aware that if you attend other appointments then this can go against you for a home assessment.
They will pay for a taxi also but you do need to get this agreed beforehand. Good luck.
Would i need to pay for the taxi first? then be reimbursed ! Lastly.Do pip do home visits? and the same process apply?
Thanks for your help.
My request for home visit is that i have no one available to take me...Plus , i cannot travel on numerous buses..even one would involve standing for far to long...and without going into every detail...very much not possible for me...Could you just clarify please...what could go against me and why?
I know its not entirely that clear cut...but its apparent to me unless its so clear cut....theyll always be seeing 2 sides...Its especially tricky if you have variable ability...better days etc.
Sounds funny to say,but i mostly sit on sofa with laptop....get up and try and stretch...stand...get the blood moving.,...then sit again!...Ive tried all the progressive movements...pacing....but whatever ive managed in the last 12yrs hasnt changed much..infact as im aging its progressively worsening....Include the ibs....and truly having to know where the public loo is....its all factored in ,with long journeys....I tend to stop eating a day before apps....
I'll hopefully have help from the gp, but i sensed(maybe paranoia on my part) that this agitated them on the phone..so will try my best to find a lift with some one..
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