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Assessment

After waiting weeks and expecting a phone call from UC assessment its been cancelled. I have three mental health conditions, so my aniexty is again through the roof, cant stop shaking and crying. I am also disabled with degenerative disc disease lumbar and cervical and lost the use partly of left arm and hand, waiting long term for another Mri oweing to chronic pain i also have asthma and copd, im not receiving much support from anywere and the worry and fear from waiting for this call is making life so miserable living alone and having to worry im not eating or sleeping well at all, terrified im going to lose my home too.Ive got no idea what to expect and tired of having to prove myself when im ill and worked until I got ill.
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You mentioned you are worried about losing your home why do you think this may happen? Maybe we can offer some advice to help you
Thanks janer, that's what i came back to ask, after re-reading what was written. @Snowflake56 is your home rented or owned? May i also ask if you're claiming PIP or DLA?
After the assessment you will be found to be either fit for work or LCW limited capability or LCWRA limited capability for work or work related activity
As poppy has said above and given you the effect this would have on your UC payments
I hope the above advice has been helpful, the system can absolutely be confusing at the best of times.
I hope you have techniques in place to help you manage your mental health, do you receive any support in that area?
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My g.p rang not long after I posted and a mental health support worker too. I am finding it difficult handling my mental health and have no real techniques how to cope with them, the least problem can cause significant aniexty, also sometimes dont see anyone in days so overcome with loneliness.
I see, have you explained this to your mental health support worker? There might be things they could suggest to you to help you cope with the low moments.
Have you explored any possibilities of how you might be able to meet and interact with others? I appreciate it's difficult right now given the pandemic is still ongoing, but there are always virtual options. One thing we always suggest is the Outsiders Peer Support, Dating and Social Club which is made with disabled people in mind.
I would also suggest looking into the possibility of befriending schemes, often operated by charities, which give people the chance to have a chat with someone each week. Scope's helpline is also available if you ever fancy talking to someone.
Lastly, I hope that this community can offer an enjoyable platform for you to meet others and get involved in some fun discussions. Our virtual coffee lounge is always a great place to start in that regard.
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Yes, I'm not surprised you're tired, but fingers crossed you get a super night of sleep and wake up ready for tomorrow
I see, yes the new lockdown situation is complicating a lot of things right now, it's a hard time.
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