Atos Medicals - Questions, Answers and Support

[Calamity1971]

I got my appointment through today. My assessment is at Bannatynes? I had to double check to see if I was seeing things. I still can't belive I'm going to have to go to a fucking health club and ask at reception where I need to be. I feel intimidated before I even get there. Question is, was there nowhere else and how much is Duncan the minimum wage paying capitilist bastard getting for renting out his rooms?

 

[existentialist]

I was going to add a P.S. to the letter saying "Expletives omitted as I haven't the energy to fucking type them all."

Probably just as well: they'd have terminated your claim for "causing distress", or something.

 

[xsunnysuex]

I got my appointment through today. My assessment is at Bannatynes? I had to double check to see if I was seeing things. I still can't belive I'm going to have to go to a fucking health club and ask at reception where I need to be. I feel intimidated before I even get there. Question is, was there nowhere else and how much is Duncan the minimum wage paying capitilist bastard getting for renting out his rooms?

Taking the piss ain't they. Could ask for it to be at a different assessment centre? I was able to change mine.

 

[Calamity1971]

They did used to have an office next to the jobcentre in Durham. I'm guessing the nearest one after durham will be newcastle. Might try on Monday to see what they say. I really can't face walking in there amongst the carpet carriers and protein slurpers, receptionist probably included.

 

[xsunnysuex]

They did used to have an office next to the jobcentre in Durham. I'm guessing the nearest one after durham will be newcastle. Might try on Monday to see what they say. I really can't face walking in there amongst the carpet carriers and protein slurpers, receptionist probably included.

No I don't think I'd be too keen either. I had no problem changing mine. Good luck. x

 

[Calamity1971]

Cheers xsunnysuex, Probs using his clubs throughout the Northeast though? Got his fingers in all pies up here.

 

[xsunnysuex]

Cheers xsunnysuex, Probs using his clubs throughout the Northeast though? Got his fingers in all pies up here.

The one in Durham is still there by the look of it.
Durham | Health Assessment Advisory Service

 

[Calamity1971]

They do the ESA assessments there. No idea why the pip should be somewhere else, unless it's overspill. Seem to be seeing people rather rapidly at the moment. They only received my form on the 6th!

 

[xsunnysuex]

They do the ESA assessments there. No idea why the pip should be somewhere else, unless it's overspill. Seem to be seeing people rather rapidly at the moment. They only received my form on the 6th!

Arhh didn't realize it was pip. You should still phone and ask. x

 

[xsunnysuex]

Seem to be seeing people rather rapidly at the moment. They only received my form on the 6th!

Bloody hell. That is quick.

 

[Calamity1971]

Will do. x

 

[Calamity1971]

The letter they sent is dated the 8th! Original one I got said it could take up to 16 weeks before an appointment was available. Quicker they get us of benefits the more money they save eh?

 

[xsunnysuex]

Quicker they get us of benefits the more money they save eh?

Your not wrong. Someone I know had there ESA assessment, and was refused 3 days later. Crazy.

 

[equationgirl]

Best of luck Calamity1971 x

 

[Calamity1971]

Thanks equationgirl, just the fact that there are people on here who really care makes me feel less isolated. Who would have thought googling 'what happened to 'beanfeast soya mince' could have lead me to such a helpful forum. x

 

[WouldBe]

Bloody hell. That is quick.

Same happened with my sister. Sent off PIP form had the assessment within a week.

 

[WouldBe]

Probably just as well: they'd have terminated your claim for "causing distress", or something.

They've given me no points for anything so wouldn't make a difference. I was hoping the PS and suicide bingo bits would cause then to 'snap' so I could sue them or press for criminal charges to be brought.

 

[equationgirl]

They've given me no points for anything so wouldn't make a difference. I was hoping the PS and suicide bingo bits would cause then to 'snap' so I could sue them or press for criminal charges to be brought.

NO POINTS FOR ANYTHING AT ALL???!!!!

How can that be even vaguely correct?

 

[Greebo]

They've given me no points for anything so wouldn't make a difference. I was hoping the PS and suicide bingo bits would cause then to 'snap' so I could sue them or press for criminal charges to be brought.

Bloody hell!

A clear case for appealing - far more so than if you'd beeen given even 2 points.

 

[WouldBe]

NO POINTS FOR ANYTHING AT ALL???!!!!

How can that be even vaguely correct?

It can't unless the decision maker was seriously incompetent or it was done maliciously.
Considering a tribunal previously awarded me higher rate mobility and middle rate care DLA for 4 years you can understand my anger and depression.

 

[WouldBe]

Bloody hell!

A clear case for appealing - far more so than if you'd beeen given even 2 points.

The mandatory reconsideration has already gone in and I'm fully prepared to take it to tribunal as well. Just hope I don't get the 2 bastards I had at a previous tribunal where it was more like the spanish inquisition.

 

[equationgirl]

It can't unless the decision maker was seriously incompetent or it was done maliciously.
Considering a tribunal previously awarded me higher rate mobility and middle rate care DLA for 4 years you can understand my anger and depression.

Of course. It's a horrible process to have to go through.

 

[existentialist]

Of course. It's a horrible process to have to go through.

And that's no accident.

 

[equationgirl]

And that's no accident.

Malicious fuckers.

 

[xsunnysuex]

Just received my ESA assessment report. I haven't had my decision yet. Any ideas?

 

[stuff_it]

If Calamity1971 PMs me an e-mail address, I'll mail them a pdf of the latest B & W PIP guide.

Can I have a copy as well please? I'0m helping a friend of mine fill in PIP forms and accompanying them to their WCA in lieu of rent while I'm in hiding from my violent ex.

 

[ViolentPanda]

Just received my ESA assessment report. I haven't had my decision yet. Any ideas?

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I can't be certain, but it looks like they're putting you in the WRAG group.

 

[ViolentPanda]

Can I have a copy as well please? I'0m helping a friend of mine fill in PIP forms and accompanying them to their WCA in lieu of rent while I'm in hiding from my violent ex.

You'll need to PM me an e-mail address to send the pdf to.

 

[xsunnysuex]

I can't be certain, but it looks like they're putting you in the WRAG group.

I'd be happy with that. It's what I have been in. I failed last time and got WRAG on appeal. People keep telling me DWP could deny it. So will wait till I get official decision.

 

[stuff_it]

Any advice on accompanying someone to an ESA medical?


Is it too late to get recording permission in time for Friday? Can I take notes, etc?

What if they want to try and do limb movement testa etc but they're too painful for my friend to do?

They have severe arthritis, but their pain relief is virtually nonexistent as they're a long standing opiate addict and getting their drugs councillor, and gp on the same page.

They don't have a history of drug seeking, and in fact are only on a minimal methadone script that they got whilst undergoing get their second hip replacement. The gp won't even refer them for pain management for their knees , even though he can barely walk most days, can't use public transport, and pays for it even from a trip to the corner shop.

Are there any guides to what I need to take note of? Can I use my phone to record without permission, for my own notes?