not sure what to claim esa or universal credit
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Debra05
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My daughter has left school this year aged 19 .Now im not sure what i should claim for universal credit or esa .My daughter will live with me hubby and kids .she gets enhanced care and mobility on pip ..She is severely autistic limited language and severe learning difficulties ,Not sure if one cancels the other out and i should just claim one .any help would be appreciated
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HI and welcome,She won't be able to claim Income Related ESA because it no longer exists for new claims, unless you're claiming a severe disability premium in another benefit and she won't be claiming this.You will need to claim Universal Credit for her and she'll need a fit note from her GP to start the work capability assessment process off. UC is paid monthly and the first payment is 5 weeks after you submit the claim. She will receive £342.72 per month because she's under 25.You need to apply online here https://www.gov.uk/apply-universal-creditHope this helps.
I would appreciate it if members wouldn't tag me please. I have all notifcations turned off and wouldn't want a member thinking i'm being rude by not replying.If i see a question that i know the answer to i will try my best to help. -
Welcome to the community @Debra05
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Hi and welcome from me too I hope the advice helps and your daughters claim goes smoothly
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Hi @Debra05 - & welcome to the community from me too. I'm sure you'll find Poppy's advice helpful in starting a claim. If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to say.
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thankyou guys the benefits system is such a mine field .
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It is indeed @Debra05, it certainly causes more issues than it fixes.
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