Old newbie at 67

Woodkentrob
Woodkentrob Posts: 6 Listener
in Start here and say hello!
Hi all, my name is Rob, 67, married, been on indefinite award  full DLA but recently invited to apply for PIP. Struggled initially with the concept but had a lady from IMAGO help with the forms. Awaiting decision so Depression and anxiety running amok. Then to top it all bankruptcy. So i joined the many lost souls struggling to avoid considering the unthinkable. Trying to think positive, happy thoughts but its not easy! 

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  • M_Anthony
    M_Anthony Posts: 306 Empowering
    @Woodkentrob Hello Woodkentrob welcome to the forum!

    I am sorry to hear about your difficulties with depression, we have a great supporting community here including a variety of discussion groups. We are sure you will find our community helpful and you will find it a great place to make new friends. 

    We look forward to talking to you more.
  • steve51
    steve51 Posts: 7,121 Championing
    Hi @Woodkentrob

    Welcome to our online community /family ?

    Yes I in the same boat /ship with regards to switching from dla 2 pip.

    We have also got many members in the same situation. 

    I am very very sorry to hear about your bankruptcy.

    Yes keeping up beat is the best way forward believe me. 

    @steve51
  • Adrian_Scope
    Adrian_Scope Posts: 14,637 Online Community Programme Lead
    Hello @Woodkentrob. Sorry to hear the process is taking its toll on your mental health.
    As said above, we’re a really supportive community, so if there’s anything you want to ask or need support with, please don’t hesitate to ask!
  • Woodkentrob
    Woodkentrob Posts: 6 Listener
    Thank you all for the kind words. Whilst it's not nice for many of us it does help to know were not alone. 
  • thespiceman
    thespiceman Posts: 6,283 Championing
    Hello @Woodkentrob   Pleased to meet you welcome.

    Thank you for joining and sharing.

    Sorry to hear what you going through.  I have mental health issues my self and know it is not easy every day.

    If I can be supportive please get in touch happy to help.

    I am one of the team of community champions. We guide, advise and help new members who join the community.

    Please if I can or we as a community can help and advise please ask.

    Please take care.

    @thespiceman


  • Woodkentrob
    Woodkentrob Posts: 6 Listener
    Thank you, I will be in touch if needed, appreciate your offer. 
  • megan_parker
    megan_parker Posts: 12 Connected
    Hi @Woodkentrob

    Welcome to our community :) 

    I am sorry to hear about your situation, I know myself how difficult it can be to cope with mental health but hopefully making friends and talking on here will help.

    I am one of the Community Champions here at Scope so if you need any help or advice please feel free to ask.

    Take care.
  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Posts: 7,877 Championing
    Hi @Woodkentrob welcome to the community! Sorry to hear what you've been going through. How are you feeling today?
  • Woodkentrob
    Woodkentrob Posts: 6 Listener
    Thank you for asking. A bit low today as recurring chest infection has struck aggravating Copd, started emergency pack of antibiotics and steroids so should pickup in a few days. Managed to do a bit more on Saturday for my long suffering wifes birthday. 
  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Posts: 7,877 Championing
    Sorry to hear you're unwell, I hope the antibiotics start working soon. Did your wife have a lovely day?
  • Woodkentrob
    Woodkentrob Posts: 6 Listener
    I do think so, she was serenaded by our favourit cafe owner with a huge chunk of chocolate cake with a candle in it after a succulent gammon with all the trimmings, then off to see some of our grandchildren. Several cards brought tears to her eyes with special words. 
  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Posts: 7,877 Championing
    Bless her! Sounds wonderful!
  • M_Anthony
    M_Anthony Posts: 306 Empowering
    That sounds like a wonderful day out and nothing beats a large chunk of chocolate cake!

    We hope your getting better.

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