Support to Work

I was awarded PIP about 3 months ago - 12 points in Mobility section. Just had word that my first knee replacement (RIGHT) will be on 15 September, the second (LEFT) tba. At what point do I let the DWP know about my 1st operation - before or after? And, if anyone knows, does the same apply for ESA (Employment Support…

Ok hello there I like to ask and need real and honest help and advice please' I'm Ben I want to know and understand how this may work I am disabled and on UC and full lcwra and pip And I can't get about and walk and handle to work out but would like to work in doors on a laptop or something I don't know what atm but as I'm…

Need guidance to get back to work. I have been diagnosed with B12 and hypothyroid and have been out of work since 2022. I am self employed so not sure what i can claim

Hi, I just want to introduce myself. My name is Keiran and I am new to scope. After being off work for approximately 5 years due to suffering with a chronic condition, I believe mentally I will be able to improve my life if I refocus on getting back into full-time employment. Realistically, this would need to be remote due…

Hi everyone, I’m really grateful to have found this community. I’ve been going through a difficult time and wanted to share my experience — and hopefully connect with people who understand what it’s like. I have ADHD, and for as long as I can remember, life has felt a bit heavier for me than for others. I’ve always been…

I am 65 and seeking a new challenge. I have been working in security the last seven years but for various reasons need a new role. I have mild cerebral palsy and dyspraxia. I am very conscious that at my age I would not be able to do the same kind of work I did a few years ago and am anxious to find an employer who would…

Hi, I was hoping to find some advice on accessing driving while disabled. I'm looking for a driving school to learn to drive in Preston area, with possible assistance with learning devices or just understanding. I have Arthritis across my whole body so my mobility is limited and have weakness and pain in my hands & legs,…

Hi all, i'm struggling to find an answer to my question, so I just thought I would try asking you kind people. So basically, I have recently become disabled. Briefly explaining, this is ataxia - a neurological condition characterized by loss of fine motor control - and as such I struggle with walking (day to day, i use a…

Hi, I've been on pip and ESA contributions based in the support group for around 5yrs. I have POTS, EDS, Rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, hidradenitis suppiritiva, bladder and bowel incontinence and heating loss and these lovely conditions also leave me with lots of other symptomatic conditions caused by them as they…

Hi, my name is Katie. I have had work experience within the NHS as an administrator on the Staff Bank. However, as the NHS are cutting down on Bank staff, I felt it was time to look for more permanent work. I managed to find a permanent job, however, with my experience, they were unable to provide many learning…

hello so my work couch is forcing me to bring my appointee with me when I go job centre. I had 3 work couch’s before who never had an issue with going by myself. I’ve told her I want to go by myself but she says I got to remove appointee and have an assessment. I’m pretty sure I don’t need to do that as no one else had an…

Hi @Maryy2151 I've created a new discussion for your question, as it doesn't allow me to reply to questions directed to my timeline 🙂 Hope that's ok!

Access to Work - I applied last week because I had to cancel work as I had a mobility problem, pain! Not receiving treatment but am on waiting list. First time I had to cancel work and I felt bad for letting work down but put my health first. Mobility flucutates from me moving because I have to; moving in pain because I…

Hi Everyone This is my first post so please be gentle with me! There is some rambling and a lot of back story but I will get to the point I promise. I've had spinal issues for about 20 years now, with many peaks and troughs. I've had a few spinal surgeries, millions of treatments and I finally got to a semi-decent place…

Hi guys. I am looking for advice and/or to hear other's experiences of transitioning from not being able to work/receiving benefits to being able to do part time. I have a chronic illness which fortunately (with treatment) seems to have improved and I am at a point where I am starting to do some things to get prepared for…

Hiya all, I am wondering if anyone knows how I would get some help from a support worker?. I am a diagnosed adult with adhd who is on the medication but I struggle with the typical life admin. This is things like money management, eating/cooking and leaving the house, bad at managing meds and just generally don't do life…

I am awaiting outcome of WCA and PIP for mental health (ADHD, C-PTSD, GAD, Depression, Hoarding). I have been on fit notes since October '24. I was referred to Restart by UC advisor (not my usual nice lady) and had the warm handover 3 way call last Thursday, a welcome call from Restart advisor on Friday, then attended a…

Hello, I'm trying to help my son find remote work.

I found this community while searching for info about Restart scheme and Work Capability Assessments. 1. I am awaiting a decision on my PIP claim 2. I am unemployed since August '24, on Fit Notes since mid Oct '24. 3. I was sent the WCA questionnaire (UC50) last week and taking my time filling it in. 4. Had a "warm…

Hi, I have already posted on here about applying for jobs and being autistic. (I don't disclose that I'm autistic or anything). I was a carer for my mum for 9 years until her death, so... I've never really been in paid employment except 4 months last year from May 2024 - September 2024 which was a cleaning job but due to…

Hi Scope Happy New Year. This was sent to my union rep for advice so hope i can get help from scope too . Just an update on my health issues. I went into CSTM to have my second hip operation on the 5th of December. Whilst in surgery, I had an allergic reaction to antibiotics and suffered anaphylaxis. I was taken to ICU…

hi just wanted advice. I have been off work since October. I work 32 hours a week. Have medal problems that are keeping me longer off work for further 2 months. I will be under hospital for a while now. I claim a bit universal credit live on my own. Have sent my sick notes into my employer but did inform universal credit.…

Hi all, I am in the support group for ESA and I have an opportunity to work self employed a couple of hours tops a week selling books online. I would not reach anywhere near the 16 hours per week or the £183.50 earnings a week that I have seen mentioned. A few questions are; do I have to declare this as permitted work? If…

hi there, I’ve been diagnosed with autism, adhd and hidradenitis suppurativa (painful, smelly skin condition), anxiety and depression to name a few. I’ve been thinking about starting employment for some time now but I don’t know what I could even do. I’ve been out of employment for 10 years but I was previously a kitchen…

Hello all! Hope all is well. My eldest son is due to get transition from dla to pipbas he is 16 next month. He has been awarded dla till February 2026. Can anyone please advise me on how to transfer to pip for him and what other benefits he'll be entitled to. Also does anyone know of any careers neurodivergent friendly…

Hi do you have to tell DWP if working on Sunday?? as it not classed working days right?? only Monday to be Friday yea??

Hi there, I was wondering if anyone could please help me with information. I am currently on a single-person UC getting £357 a month after deductions living with my mum. I also receive the Scottish Adult disability payment of £434.20 a month. I have just been awarded LCWRA and I have just been offered a part time job of…

My health has had a rapid decline over the last 6-12 months, both physically and mentally. I have had significant time off work, and have currently just started a new period of sickness. This is adding to my ever increasing anxiety, as I have bills to pay. My workplace has a good sickness pay policy but I'm only entitled…

Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone knows if my severe obstructive sleep apnea is classed as a disability or not asy fiancé mentioned it to me that it is. I'm not sure who told him, but I'm thinking that it was his twin sister as she has sleep apnea herself (I don't know what type she has tho) and he's been talking to…