[Gusto Brunt]

Originally Posted by Barry.

Sorry my auntie and mum helped me with mine. Does she has support around her? I think calling them wouldn’t hurt

No, Barry. She doesn't. Only a few friends. She's just been recently diagnosed but she says she's been like that all her life. I've always thought she was just an introvert and a bit shy.

[Ammi]

…so this is what the overview says, Gusto….

A doctor's note (fit note) stating inability to attend courses due to a health condition should be submitted to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) as part of a Universal Credit claim or if already claiming, to update your Claimant Commitment. This evidence can help demonstrate how your health condition affects your ability to work and participate in required activities, like attending courses.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

Fit Notes and Universal Credit:
If a health condition or disability limits your capability for work, you'll need to provide medical evidence, such as a fit note, to the DWP. This is especially important if you're required to participate in work-related activities as part of your Universal Credit claim, like attending courses.

Reporting a Health Condition:
You should report your health condition to the DWP as soon as possible, either when making a claim or if it develops later. You can do this through your online account, by phone, or at your local Jobcentre Plus.

Claimant Commitment:
Your Claimant Commitment is a record of the work-related activities you've agreed to do to receive Universal Credit. If your health condition affects your ability to meet these commitments, you should inform your work coach and provide updated medical evidence, such as a fit note.

Work Capability Assessment:
If your health condition is expected to affect your ability to work for more than 7 days, you may be referred for a Work Capability Assessment to determine your level of capability for work.

Fit Note Details:
A fit note will indicate whether you are "not fit for work" or "may be fit for work". If it states "may be fit for work," your work coach will discuss potential adjustments to your Claimant Commitment or work requirements.

Importance of Regular Reviews:
It's crucial to keep your work coach informed of any changes to your health condition and to provide updated medical evidence as needed. This helps ensure your Claimant Commitment is appropriate and that you receive the support you need

[Gusto Brunt]

Originally Posted by Ammi

…so this is what the overview says, Gusto….

A doctor's note (fit note) stating inability to attend courses due to a health condition should be submitted to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) as part of a Universal Credit claim or if already claiming, to update your Claimant Commitment. This evidence can help demonstrate how your health condition affects your ability to work and participate in required activities, like attending courses.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

Fit Notes and Universal Credit:
If a health condition or disability limits your capability for work, you'll need to provide medical evidence, such as a fit note, to the DWP. This is especially important if you're required to participate in work-related activities as part of your Universal Credit claim, like attending courses.

Reporting a Health Condition:
You should report your health condition to the DWP as soon as possible, either when making a claim or if it develops later. You can do this through your online account, by phone, or at your local Jobcentre Plus.

Claimant Commitment:
Your Claimant Commitment is a record of the work-related activities you've agreed to do to receive Universal Credit. If your health condition affects your ability to meet these commitments, you should inform your work coach and provide updated medical evidence, such as a fit note.

Work Capability Assessment:
If your health condition is expected to affect your ability to work for more than 7 days, you may be referred for a Work Capability Assessment to determine your level of capability for work.

Fit Note Details:
A fit note will indicate whether you are "not fit for work" or "may be fit for work". If it states "may be fit for work," your work coach will discuss potential adjustments to your Claimant Commitment or work requirements.

Importance of Regular Reviews:
It's crucial to keep your work coach informed of any changes to your health condition and to provide updated medical evidence as needed. This helps ensure your Claimant Commitment is appropriate and that you receive the support you need

Thanks for that. I'll ask her if what she has is a fit note. Then report back. Cheers.

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Gusto Brunt

Thanks for that. I'll ask her if what she has is a fit note. Then report back. Cheers.

…yeah, it seems to be a fit note now as opposed to a sick note of back in the day…and I guess that’s so that the government official buggers can sanction wherever they want to…

[Ammi]

…but yeah, let us know it goes for her, Gusto…and wishing her well and hoping that it doesn’t cause her too much stress…she has you for support, though……

[Gusto Brunt]

Originally Posted by Ammi

…but yeah, let us know it goes for her, Gusto…and wishing her well and hoping that it doesn’t cause her too much stress…she has you for support, though……

She has always worked from home. That's how I met her, because her husband bought a wig from my hair business and me, her and him have kept in touch as they live locally and he still buys two wigs a year.r

Cheers.

[Gusto Brunt]

Originally Posted by Ammi

…yeah, it seems to be a fit note now as opposed to a sick note of back in the day…and I guess that’s so that the government official buggers can sanction wherever they want to…

Yeah she said she's worried that she will still have to go to interviews and on courses, DESPITE having this note.

Originally Posted by Ammi

…this is more government information on work capability assessments…

https://www.gov.uk/health-conditions...ion-disability

I'll report back. Thanks for the link.

[Ammi]

…this is more government information on work capability assessments…

https://www.gov.uk/health-conditions...ion-disability

[Barry.]

Originally Posted by Gusto Brunt

No, Barry. She doesn't. Only a few friends. She's just been recently diagnosed but she says she's been like that all her life. I've always thought she was just an introvert and a bit shy.

Now she’s been diagnosed she could get more help from her council like OTs and a psychiatrist to help her through

[Beso]

She shouldn't have to attend..all will be fine.

[Cherie]

If she is on UC she should ask her work coach about it

Not sure they will give it to her given she was recently working from home though, sounds like she is capable of working? just not going out of the home to do it if I am reading you correctly

[Gusto Brunt]

Originally Posted by Cherie

If she is on UC she should ask her work coach about it

Not sure they will give it to her given she was recently working from home though, sounds like she is capable of working? just not going out of the home to do it if I am reading you correctly

Yes that's about right.

[Gusto Brunt]

Originally Posted by Beso

She shouldn't have to attend..all will be fine.

She's not so sure though.

[Gusto Brunt]

Originally Posted by Barry.

Now she’s been diagnosed she could get more help from her council like OTs and a psychiatrist to help her through

You'd think that, but...

[Barry.]

Originally Posted by Gusto Brunt

You'd think that, but...

Well yeah nowadays its harder to get to see someone. I lost a few people I u\sed to see because of budget cuts

[Beso]

I've just remembered.....the Drs note is meaningless as the dwp get thier own doctors and nurses to calll you to ask questions then it's them that make the decision based on your answers.

I say meaningless but it will probably hold a little sway.