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11 months 2 weeks ago #286090 by worrywart
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Hi I have a 10 year award for high care and mob. I have three stoma bags following serious bowel surgery, plus a host of other problems , psychological and physical . My family got me a therapy dog who is great and helps me smile. Sometimes if I feel ok I take him for a short walk but now I’m worried about this as I have a motability car. I dint drive myself as I’m too anxious plus have cataracts so can’t see properly. Should I tell Dwp about the dog and occasional short walks, I’m afraid of losing everything but I dint want to get into trouble. Before I walk I top up on painkillers and have to wear pads, life is hard with 3 bags and this little dog is my lifeline.
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11 months 2 weeks ago #286095 by Chris
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Hi worrywart,

If you check your descriptors on your award, and see how many points you were given for the mobility walking part, I'd imagine that as long as you're still within the 50 metres and 4 days or more per week you are affected, then you should be okay. I think you're entitled too for help towards keeping your mental health active as well - if that makes sense.
I don't think they will need to be informed if someone is driving the motability car on your behalf, or taking you places, I'm pretty sure this is allowed.

One of the other more experienced mods should be able to follow this up, as they know the rules and have had years more experience in answering these types of questions, I will keep a check and follow it up. :)

Regards, Chris.

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