Assessment report

Just wondering if anyone else has experienced this. For pretty much every descriptor the assesser has used the fact I have I have a 16 Yr old son with no current social services involvement as a reason not to award any points. This even though my son helps me with alot of tasks and is self sufficient. I don't drive due to sciatica, slipped disc, edema and venous insufficiency. Along with documentation of severe anxiety and agoraphobia with specialist input. Previously had standard mobility and daily living, and conditions have worsened considerably with evidence. Also lied saying I told her I walk for 20 minutes around my house (am housebound)apart from medical appointments. I stated I could only sit for 20 minutes before having to stand and only walk few steps with a crutch. This is a nightmare.

Hi Chloe

I'm sorry this has happened to you. Yes, it is common for assessors to find any excuse not to award points. I'm not sure why she brought up no current social services involvement for your son. What has that got to do with anything? The claim is about you and your medical needs. He's also a child, so if she's expecting him to be your carer and saying you can obviously manage - that's just wrong.

I can imagine you're cross that the assessor misrepresented your ability to walk - but don't call the assessor 'a liar' however tempting or true it may be. Use comments such as "the assessor misunderstood ..."

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