ESA Result for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

I just wanted to update you all about my ESA claim.

As a bit of background - I had a horrible time claiming DLA. I had two medicals with doctors who had never heard of my condition, and one shouted at me. I had to go to tribunal twice, and was called a liar by the judge in their written report when they turned me down. I had a breakdown over it, and it was a miserable few years. Finally on my third claim I had a medical with a doctor who had actually heard of and understood my condition, and I was awarded both mob/care at high rate. But this experience made me dread the ESA process.

I claimed ESA in April, and had to send the forms back in July. I did them by myself, as I couldn't find anyone that could help me. So I did my best using your guides which were very helpful. I phoned them shortly afterwards and was told my claim had been passed to ATOS for a medical. I heard nothing more and have been worried sick since, particularly with the new changes where you don't get paid if you get turned down while it's being reconsidered.

Today I got the brown envelope. I've been put straight into the support group, no medical needed - for two years! Plus I get back pay from July-November. I've been shaking and crying all day, I'm so relieved. It's such a weight off my mind.

Thank you for your help!

That's great news, thanks for letting us know!

Congratulations jb, well done !!!

Thank you for returning with the update, it can only give other members hope of success.

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