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Wrong kind of ESA?

Hi, I am 45 years old and have CP since birth. I have worked a lot in the past, but when my condition got the better of me I gave up work and was put on ESA. Now whenever I try to get any financial help with anything I get told I don't qualify because I don't get the right kind of ESA. I recently needed a new boiler and had to get in to debt for ten years to pay for it because I didn't qualify for a home heating grant. I am also needing more and more prescribed medication which I have to pay for, and finding it more and more difficult to finance. Is anyone else in this situation and is there anything else I can apply for? Don't get me wrong I am grateful I live in a society that can look after me but I feel I am now being penalized for having worked in the past.
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Also, if you need more than 13 items of medication, you can get a pre payment card. You may also be exempt if your only income is ESA by filling in an HC1 form.
It says here:
In order to get free prescriptions because of low income, you need to complete form HC1. You can get the HC1 form from some healthcare settings or jobcentres, or by phoning 0845 610 1112.
If you qualify for full prescription costs, you will receive a HC2 certificate.
If you qualify for some help towards prescription costs, you will receive a HC3 certificate.
There is lots of other information here about help with prescription costs.
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- they hold a valid medical exemption certificate.
Medical exemption certificates are issued on application to people who have:- a continuing physical disability which means the person cannot go out without the help of another person. Temporary disabilities do not count even if they last for several months
Or are undergoing treatment for cancer:- the effects of current or previous cancer treatment
How to apply for a medical exemption certificateTo apply for a medical exemption certificate ask your doctor for an FP92A form. Your GP, hospital or service doctor will sign the form to confirm that your statement is correct. At your GP's discretion, a member of the practice who has access to your medical records can also sign the form.
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I write about it on my blog So Bad Ass if you'd like to read more.
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