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Taking Representative to IB Medical

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12 years 11 months ago #54053 by hereandthere
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Hi, I just wanted to find out, if I wanted to take a representative with me to an IB Medical, when called, are there any mental health charities or caring agencies that one could contact to accompany you to the medical? I have been through one of these before, and even though my appeal was upheld, it was a total nightmare, so going without support would not be an option.

Any responses would be most appreciated.

Thanks,

Scott

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12 years 11 months ago #54056 by Derek4
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Hi Scott

The CAB generally don't provide representation (depending on where you live) but there are some local welfare organisations that do. The link below may help you find one.

www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/faq/forum-faq#help

Good luck

Derek

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  • Graham
12 years 11 months ago #54065 by Graham
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Are they still doing IB medicals - thought all was for ESA now.

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12 years 11 months ago #54066 by Survivor
Replied by Survivor on topic Re:Taking Representative to IB Medical
Yes, you're right, Graham, it would be for ESA, but the situation as regards representation is the same.

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12 years 11 months ago #54070 by Derek4
Replied by Derek4 on topic Re:Taking Representative to IB Medical
Graham wrote:

Are they still doing IB medicals - thought all was for ESA now.

Good point Graham, I was thinking of an appeal tribunal.

I'm not sure who provides services to accompany people to medicals but I may be worth phoning a local mental health charity.

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12 years 11 months ago #54097 by Crazydiamond
Replied by Crazydiamond on topic Re:Taking Representative to IB Medical
Local Mind offices often employ advocates who can act on behalf of people with mental health problems.

I am aware that my local Mind accompanies claimants/appellants to medical assessments and appeal tribunals, so it is well worth making an enquiry to find out whether they will be able to help you?

The Local Mind Network.

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