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Occupational Health
Sarah69
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I have posted previously about some elderly friends and i'd like some more advice. As far as I'm aware they do not claim benefits. The lady will be having a hip replacement in around 3 weeks time. She has been given a list of things to 'buy' to help her in the home such as a raised toilet seat etc. When I was in the same situation although I was claiming ESA my dr arranged for an OH to visit my home to assess what I would need to make my life easier within my home, I didnt have to pay for any of the items i was loaned. Surely she doesn't have to pay for this. They come under Kings Lynn Council in Norfolk.
They also have oil fired central heating that they can't afford to run, they havent had any heating in the last 3 years. They are 79 and 75.
They also have oil fired central heating that they can't afford to run, they havent had any heating in the last 3 years. They are 79 and 75.
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You mean an occupational therapist. they should ask the GP to refer them as they are best able to assess the needs and supply aids needed.
If they only have pension they will possibly be entitled to pension credit and if care needs are had could be eligible for AA.Lost my soulmate so life is empty.
I can bear pain myself, he said softly, but I couldna bear yours. That would take more strength than I have -
Diana Gabaldon, Outlander0 -
In my area, you can self refer to occupational health at the council if you need any items to help disabled or frail people in the home.0
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But are they expected to pay for these items?
Does anyone know if there is any help whereby somebody would come to their house to go through all their finances and to see if they are able to claim any benefits?0 -
Have they tried Age UK?
http://www.ageuk.org.uk/money-matters/claiming-benefits/?gclid=CIrRnIaIuLICFUEMfAodmxMAdA0 -
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Anyone can request an OT assssment from the adult social care team of their local council. The OT will assess their needs and assess whether they qualify for the aids/adaptations/care for free or a reduced cost.
Age UK is the best starting point for a home visit, although in my area the council have a joint working relationship with the DWP finance and benefit (FAB) team who visit and assist with all appropriate benefit claims.0
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