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ESA Other information box and learning disability
10 years 10 months ago #122947 by Gordon
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speedywheelz
Welcome to the forum.
I am afraid there is no template for a statement of fact, the things that need to be included are your full name and address, your relationship (sorry if it's obvious but you don't know who will be reading it) and how often you see him (again don't assume), lastly you need to include a statement at the end attesting that the information is correct with your signature.
Although much criticised it is DWP policy to re-assess all claimants on a regular basis, even those with incurable and/or deteriorating conditions, as you haven't posted before I'm obviously not aware of when your husband was last assessed so you should be aware that the ESA Descriptors and Regulations changed in January 2013, so you should make sure that you are using the latest ESA guides.
www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/help-for-claimants/esa
Information not related to the ESA Descriptors will be considered but is likely to be given little weight, the Decision can only be made on whether your husband meets Descriptors or Regulations.
In regard the Planning test, I would argue that his being able to read the settings is fundamental to his being able to operate it, for example; if it is currently set for a hot wash and he needs to do a woollen wash then he would not be able to properly configure the machine.
With regard the SEN statement, have you tried asking the school? I realise that it is a long shot, but they have knowledge of who would have performed the assessment which might lead you to a copy.
That said, it is essential that you return the form on time, so do not consider waiting for additional information it can always be sent on afterwards. Failing to return the form on time can lead to the claim being closed and at the very least can cause problems with the claim that I am sure you do not need.
Remember that tasks must be performed safely, repeatedly and reliably for the majority of the time for a claimant to be considered as being able to do them.
If we can help more, please to this post and we will do our best to help.
Gordon
Welcome to the forum.
I am afraid there is no template for a statement of fact, the things that need to be included are your full name and address, your relationship (sorry if it's obvious but you don't know who will be reading it) and how often you see him (again don't assume), lastly you need to include a statement at the end attesting that the information is correct with your signature.
Although much criticised it is DWP policy to re-assess all claimants on a regular basis, even those with incurable and/or deteriorating conditions, as you haven't posted before I'm obviously not aware of when your husband was last assessed so you should be aware that the ESA Descriptors and Regulations changed in January 2013, so you should make sure that you are using the latest ESA guides.
www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/help-for-claimants/esa
Information not related to the ESA Descriptors will be considered but is likely to be given little weight, the Decision can only be made on whether your husband meets Descriptors or Regulations.
In regard the Planning test, I would argue that his being able to read the settings is fundamental to his being able to operate it, for example; if it is currently set for a hot wash and he needs to do a woollen wash then he would not be able to properly configure the machine.
With regard the SEN statement, have you tried asking the school? I realise that it is a long shot, but they have knowledge of who would have performed the assessment which might lead you to a copy.
That said, it is essential that you return the form on time, so do not consider waiting for additional information it can always be sent on afterwards. Failing to return the form on time can lead to the claim being closed and at the very least can cause problems with the claim that I am sure you do not need.
Remember that tasks must be performed safely, repeatedly and reliably for the majority of the time for a claimant to be considered as being able to do them.
If we can help more, please to this post and we will do our best to help.
Gordon
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