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Hi, my name is Warrior_Woman!
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Warrior_Woman
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Hi everyone, thanks for having me. I have had an experience with the DWP health assessment. Would be happy to help if I can.
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Hello @Warrior_Woman
Welcome to the community!
Lovely of you to offer helping people! How are you today? Hannah - She / Her
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I am a lot better than a few months ago after winning my tribunal case against DWP decision!
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@Warrior_Woman That's great to hear! It must have been such a relief How long was the wait to tribunal? Hannah - She / Her
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I waited 5 months for my tribunal, but the problems with DWP was ongoing since mid 2021. I waited over a year for my health assessment, where they had no interest in sick notes and letters from my surgeon, while awaiting surgery. I was deemed fit for work by the decision makers and they stuck with their decision with the mandatory reconsideration. It did take a toll on my mental health, but I have got back to an improved mindset very quickly, now that I am not being pressured to do work that I cannot do.
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I would also like to add that although my mental health has improved dramatically, I still check my journal and To do list, as part of me believes that they will continue to harass me. So far so good. The tribunal decision was made in May 2023.
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I'm sorry it was such a long process for you. It's fantastic that your mental health has improved so much I hope the community can be a support for you when you and a place where you can make new friends!
We have a section called Coffee Lounge where we play games, have debates and get to know each other, It would be lovely to see you join in Hannah - She / Her
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