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4 years 1 month ago #244122 by RedRed
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Hello :)

Can't believe it's time for ANOTHER assessment already. It's only been just over a year I think since the last one.

Just starting a thread for myself for the inevitable questions I'm going to have, and say thank you in advance for being there. I am so grateful to everyone.

My form has to be back by 4 March, I think. When can I call to request an extension? As I recall, I have to wait till nearer the date?

I suppose my first question is - has much changed in the last year or so?

:)

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4 years 1 month ago #244136 by Gordon
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RedRed

There are no extensions available for completing the ESA50, even if you are offered one you should still return the form on time. The DWP may accept a Late form but you still run the risk of them treating it as not returned.

There have been no changes to the ESA criteria since you were last assessed but there may have been changes to the form but these are just cosmetic.

Gordon

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3 years 10 months ago #248102 by RedRed
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Hi :) I passed ESA. I was waiting for a medical assessment over the phone or something, I know face to face aren't happening right now. But I got a letter I passed! I have requested the decision makers report and also the medical report (?? I'm not sure what it's called, the DWP call centre person suggested it). They passed me for 2 years. It's really caught me by surprise!

I didn't write 40+ pages like last time. I got the sense no one read it anyway, PIP certainly didn't. I figured they had it on file so I just wrote an overview of my condition for each question. I wrote just enough to fill the boxes, no additional sheets, I kept it simple, to the point, no frills, etc. A bit like the medical reports. 'due to abc, can't do xyz'. My GP did a letter of support. And then I just resubmitted all the usual medical evidence I send them every time. It's really annoying they demand that. I send the same stuff every year or so. What a waste of paper. But anyway, did that. And I passed.

I don't feel excited so much as exhausted. I'm glad to get a break for a couple of years and I'm grateful I passed though. :) Till next time...

Thank you for being there, I hope everyone is well. Stay safe :)

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3 years 10 months ago #248108 by Gordon
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RedRed

I am very pleased for you, congratulations on the new award.

Gordon

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