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Managed migration ESA to Uc and Appointee

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toomuchinfo
toomuchinfo Posts: 196 Forumite
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edited 16 July at 4:16PM in Benefits & tax credits
I have been appointee for my son’s benefits for years as he is mentally impaired autistic etc.

The migration letter was sent to me as his appointee and I filled it all up online yesterday. I was unable to verify his identity as he doesn’t have a bank account, credit history or anything. 

I have received an appointment to verify his identity at the job centre. I have the documents they have requested.

Do I have to try to take him with me (challenging behaviour)?
As his appointee I am responsible for managing his benefits, he cannot engage at all.

Should I ask on the journal or just turn up by myself.

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  • tacpot12
    tacpot12 Posts: 9,242 Forumite
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    You can ask on his journal for reasonable adjustments to be made.

    I think I would suggest what you consider to be a reasonable adjustment for him, in case you can influence the work coach.  
    The comments I post are my personal opinion. While I try to check everything is correct before posting, I can and do make mistakes, so always try to check official information sources before relying on my posts.
  • 8dayweek
    8dayweek Posts: 243 Forumite
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    He doesn’t need to attend - just you. 
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