ESa assesment

alyson lane wrote:

Hi I have my ESA assesment on monday and am worried as i have been told that the assesment is over an hr long. I cant sit on a normal chair i have a stomach prob and osteoartitus of both knees. so was going to stand with aid of crutches but couldnt do that for an hr.

thanks in advance

Times vary, but I would say they average 40-45 minutes, with 20 minutes at the lower level and maybe an hour at the other extreme, however, you will need to arrive early, I believe the recommendation is either 10 or 15 minutes, also, it is not unusual for appointments to run late, so you could be waiting anything upto an hour, maybe longer.

It is perfectly acceptable to stand during the assessment, some members have reported that they lay on the couch for the whole appointment, whatever is most comfortable for you, and if you are not comfortable, make it known to the Assessor.

You don't say whether you are going with anybody, but if you can take a companion I would recommend it.

Good luck

Gordon