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2 years 1 month ago #275552 by Ianeif2
Change of circumstances (moving) was created by Ianeif2
I am going to be moving into a downstairs flat on my own but very close by to family I have been living with.

Am I likely to face problems? Has anyone experience of changing circumstances in this way? The flat is better suited than where I have been living because it's all on one level without stairs. And I still have my family close by to help.

I suppose I'm worried pip will think I'm okay if I'm living alone.

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2 years 1 month ago #275574 by Gary
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Hi Ianeif2

Moving down stairs to a ground floor flat will not affect your benefits, you do need to inform everyone about your change of address, If you receive Housing Benefit then let your local authority know and Council tax department.

Make a list of who you need to notify and then tick off each one as you contact them and let them know.

In regards to benefits, you can contact the relevant department by phone but it is always wise to follow this up in writing and sending the letter by recorded delivery.

Gary

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2 years 1 month ago #275633 by Ianeif2
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Thank you Gary.

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2 years 1 month ago #275635 by Ianeif2
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Do you know if these changes in circumstances can be done by letter only or do we have to phone up?

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2 years 1 month ago #275648 by Ianeif2
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Do we have to phone or do they allow us to inform them in writing?

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2 years 1 month ago #275653 by BIS
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Hi laneif2

I know it's not always easy for people to phone - but I always think it is best to phone and confirm what you and they said in writing.

BIS

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