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Hello, I have tried to search for the answer but I can't seem to find one specifically same circumstances. I've recently been diagnosed. The diagnosis and fit note triggered a Capability to work assessment. Life long condition. The Dr wrote me a fit note for 8 weeks, for limited hours. When this expired, I asked for it to…

hello all new here was wondering if anyone can help Iam waiting on the heath assignment for the new style ESA I done paperwork never done this before as my lad always work full time he gone part time my doctor s giving me years fit not as I have really bad mental health just wondering if anyone else in same boat

Hi Well after along wait the dreaded envelope dropped through the letter box ref to my hubby's pip review. Omg they have awarded him enhanced on both for a ongoing period ( what ever that means) so much stress and worry, we can now relax. Good luck to everyone that is going through this horrible process Regards

Hi My son was approved for weekly APA on 9th April and was to start from 29th April. He checked his statement today and it says your payment this month is £££ and it will be paid on 29th April. Tried phoning UC and they said it could he an error or the statement could be wrong and the APA has still been set up, she wasnt…

Wondered if someone could give advice I had a deafblimd assessment it was a 2 part assessment that finished end of March it was outsourced because my LA didn't have someone suitably qulified I've been waiting since then foe the assessor to send me a draft copy I emailed her the beginning of last week and was told she would…

Hi am a Sen mum my son is now at college I was just wondering if any one else in the some place as my son can't get it groups in the week he's getting his confidence and I would love to help my son make a friend

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Trigger warning - Self-harm, suicidal thoughts Hello I’m a 24 year old man, I have autism, ocd, anxiety and depression, I may have adhd as well but I don’t know how I should go about getting it diagnosed. Basically I moved homes 3 months ago and the change has been major for me, mentally I have slowly started to get worse…

Tottenham Hotspur Foundation is launching a new bespoke football programme for Deaf, hearing‑impaired, and young people with cerebral palsy. Who: Young people aged 8 to 15 When: One Sunday a month Where: Powerleague Tottenham What: Fun, inclusive sessions focused on skills, teamwork, and enjoying football Tottenham also…

Hi, I’m a carer for a Disabled child on high care DLA, awarded 11th March. Updated UC on the 17th April when I found out. I have given up work to be her full timer carer. Money has been tight so was pleased with the decision. My elderly mother lives me, is on regular pension in her 70’s has been on my UC claim as someone…

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April is Stress Awareness Month. This years theme is #BeTheChange. The key is to shift focus from awareness, to recognition and taking practical steps to manage it. We experience stress in many aspects of life, which can impact our mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. There are actions that we can take though, small…

Scope is a disability equality charity in England and Wales. We work with disabled people and their families to create a fairer society. Our 3 goals towards an equal future are: 1. End the disability price tag; 2. Close the disability employment gap; 3. Being better known for what we do. In Leeds, Scope has a Community…

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Hello everyone. A bit about me, I'm a late bloomer in my early 40s looking to learn to drive and then get a car on the Motability scheme. I have physical issues stemming from CMT (no use of legs, no grip in hands, weakened body all over, etc). I've been trying to get assessed to see if I could drive with appropriate…

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As a Certificated IOSH professional (Health & Safety), I have spent my career auditing risk based on equipment suitability. I believe I am seeing a significant technical failure in the Motability "Drive Smart" (IMS) telematics that undermines the entire scheme.The Calibration Gap: A Professional Failure In any professional…

Hey, All Hope everyone is ok. Just a quick question to anyone who might know. I have been in LCW since 2022. I recently had some health changes and spoke to my coach about them. She told ne to ask them how long would it be before I am re-assessed. I informed them of changes to health via my journal. They wrote back to say,…

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From the Benefits and Work site https://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/news/dwp-confirms-starting-work-can-trigger-wca-and-pip-review

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I am currently unemployed, and paying my regular payments is a real challenge. Does Scope offer any any grants for that ?

A worrying article from the BBC. 'Emergency handbrake' needed on sickness benefits, says Tony Blair think tank - BBC News https://share.google/VBvJEltLWoHDn1AeA

Hello, I just got a message in my UC Journal saying Council have confirmed my rent increase. The new rent amount for this year is £94.96 but UC have it as £94.06. Only 90p I know so man on UC helpline said do a change of circumstance in my journal. Was this correct as it won't be councils mistake it looks like a typing…

Hello there I have a 17 year old son who is a FT student in non advanced education. He currently works approx. 18 hours per week. During the summer holidays he is keen to work more and this will be more than 24 hours per week. Will my UC and Child Benefit be affected? TIA

I have been treated for severe depression for many years. Over the last year or so, I have been cutting down on my meds. One of those was a low dose anti-psychotic. Since stopping it, I have developed tardive dyskinesia, involuntary rolling of the tongue and lip smacking. I was wondering if anyone else has had this…