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Hiya guys I'm new here, I've suffered with mental health issues since 2011, always been urged to apply for sick benefits and never wanted to out myself through more stress waiting for a outcome. So just stuck with being on income support. So 3 weeks ago I took overdose, got realised from the hospital and started seeing the home treatment team they was visiting me.everyday for two weeks with my.medication. ome of the ladies said aretha please call.for a pip form. So I did, sent it back last week. I'm so nervous and anxious because I've read in a few forums that lots have been turned down for mental health issues. I have a diagnois of personalitly disorder, pstd, depression, anxiety and type 2 diabetes. A lady that works at cmht helped fill out my form. So I'm really hoping it's a straight forward thing. How long do u wait for an assement?
Another thing I'm currently.on income support like I said above, is it tru I'd need to apply for universal credit to apply for the new style esa? I dont have a clue it's all abit confusing. I get tax credit, income support and carers allowance, I have two children that are on dla. Would be grateful if any one could shed some light please. Thank you
Another thing I'm currently.on income support like I said above, is it tru I'd need to apply for universal credit to apply for the new style esa? I dont have a clue it's all abit confusing. I get tax credit, income support and carers allowance, I have two children that are on dla. Would be grateful if any one could shed some light please. Thank you
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Il defintley stay on income support seems much less hassle. And like you've said I'd be better of financially.
Thank you
How are you doing at the moment? I'm glad to hear you are now receiving more support. If you ever feel in crisis again then please do call Samaritans on 116 123 or you can text shout to 85258 and a crisis volunteer.
If there's anything we can do to help with your PIP application then please let us know.
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