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Woodkentrob
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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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@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.
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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.
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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!1 -
Thank you all for the kind words. Whilst it's not nice for many of us it does help to know were not alone.0
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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
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Thank you, I will be in touch if needed, appreciate your offer.0
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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.
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Hi @Woodkentrob welcome to the community! Sorry to hear what you've been going through. How are you feeling today?0
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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.0
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Sorry to hear you're unwell, I hope the antibiotics start working soon. Did your wife have a lovely day?0
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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.0
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Bless her! Sounds wonderful!0
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That sounds like a wonderful day out and nothing beats a large chunk of chocolate cake!
We hope your getting better.1
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