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1 day 23 hours ago #313370 by Susie
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I am in a desperate situation and would very much appreciate any advice please. I am in receipt of State Pension and am having major surgery in 3 weeks so time is very much of the essence. Citizens Advice is open just two hours, once a week in my area. My son discovered he had a brain condition over ten years ago and had urgent neurosurgery to prevent paralysis. His symptoms have returned and as a result he has lost his job. His GP has given him a fit note for 30 days initially to say that he is unfit for any work currently. My son has also completed a PIP application as this is an ongoing, life changing condition. He is renting a one bedroomed flat from a private landlord and cannot afford his rent. He seems to be struggling with finding out what to do, particularly as everything is online these days. Can anyone point me in the right direction please? If he is evicted he has nowhere to go, other than my living room floor. With my pending major surgery and his feasible further neurosurgery this all seems very overwhelming for both of us! With many thanks!

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1 day 22 hours ago #313373 by David
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Hi Susie

You can start with your local Council and enquire about a DHP Discretionary Housing Payment. In your area it may now be referred to as the Crisis and Resilience fund.
If you tell me of your town or county of residence I will see what other advice agencies there are.

David

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1 day 15 hours ago #313383 by Susie
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Thank you David; that would be most helpful.

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1 day 15 hours ago #313384 by Susie
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Thank you David, that would be really kind. We live in Sittingbourne, Kent

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1 day 34 minutes ago #313389 by David
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Hi Susie

I would phone the Kent Community Centre for Debt Advice and say you are looking for financial help from the Council for your son. You can find the phone number in the link:-
www.communitymoneyadvice.com/centre/comm...ntre-for-debt-advice

Let me know how you get on.
David

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