× Members

ESA assessment help

More
2 days ago #303104 by KPPurple
ESA assessment help was created by KPPurple
Hi,
Hope someone can help me as I got the dreaded brown envelope through my door and have a query.
My ability to read large print is blurry, and I can use a magnifier, but my vision is still blurry. I wouldn't be able to do this reliably, for long periods or in low-light conditions.
I also couldn't alert someone to a hazard or find my way to a fire hazard without assistance.
With the near vision chart, would I have to use my magnifier for that?
I'm confused about how the information has been worded.

Further, I'm a bit taken a back where in the assessment guide it says 'if the HCP thinks vision could be improved by pinhole'. I didn't think HCP were now eye consultants?!
Could someone point me in the direction of where I'd find an ESA f2f assessment guide?
The only guides I can find are for the questionnaire and WCA.
I'm dreading this and feel sick! If anyone could answer my questions, that would be great.
Sorry for rambling - thank you.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
1 day 2 hours ago #303117 by David
Replied by David on topic ESA assessment help
Hi KPPurple

Have you had your eyesight assessed by the NHS ?
At the WCA the DWP Health Professional could use test charts to make an assessment.

I refer you to pages 69 and 70 of the BenefitsandWork guide--
www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/?dlp=6803b464dc855

Here is a link to the HAAS WCA handbook--
www.gov.uk/government/publications/work-...thcare-professionals

David

Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

Moderators: GordonGaryBISCatherineWendyKellygreekqueenpeterKatherineSuper UserChrisDavid
We use cookies

We use cookies on our website. Some of them are essential for the operation of the site, while others help us to improve this site and the user experience (tracking cookies). You can decide for yourself whether you want to allow cookies or not. Please note that if you reject them, you may not be able to use all the functionalities of the site.