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college and sickness claim

I was thinking about doing some part time college like 4 hours a week , nothing that includes anything physical just sitting maths and English, I am not sure on the rules i get PIP and ESA , My doctor ...

Discussion in Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) - 27 Jan 2024

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My daughter has Ulcerative Colitis, and is starting college soon. Can she apply for PIP?

Hi there I have a question on behalf of my daughter who has been diagnosed last year with Ulcerative Colitis. She is very unwell at present and waiting on an appointment with the specialist. She ...

Discussion in PIP, DLA, and AA - 2 Jul 2021

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How will my benefits be effected if I choose to study at college?

I am 25 years old and claim esa I am in the support group and get the higher rate. I also claim pip. How would my benefits be effected if I was to study a part time or full time course at college. I ...

Discussion in Benefits and financial support - 6 Feb 2018

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University College London (UCL) Illumine Inaugural Event!

Hi all! My name is Amalie and I am French/Peruvian/American, and have been living here in the UK for the past four years. I was born with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita which has affected ...

Discussion in Research and opportunities - 5 Jun 2018

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Son unable to join colleges due to his complex EHCP

hi there , I’m a mum of 18 years old who has just received his EHCP , unfortunately is so complex that colleges are refusing it

Discussion in Start here and say hello! - 16 Oct 2024

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PIP & College Accommodation

Hi guys, Our daughter has finally found her ideal college course, and has been accepted - only thing is, she will need to have college accommodation as its 2.5hours away from home. The campus is ...

Discussion in PIP, DLA, and AA - 31 May 2024

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Will I lose the child element if my daughter starts working alongside attending college?

Hi, I receive universal credit and I get the child element added to it as my daughter is in full time college. She has recently applied for a part time job and has been successful and her start date ...

Discussion in Universal Credit (UC) - 23 Mar 2022

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College. Will I Iose my ESA?

Hi everyone, I’m looking at going back to college in September, it’s full time 3 days in college and 2 on placement. Will I lose my ESA? Thanks

Discussion in Benefits and financial support - 30 Jul 2022

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My son has multiple conditions and would need support at college/apprenticeship. Where to start?

My son is 15, homeschooled as secondary school failed him he has has ADHD, GDD, LEARNING DIFFICULTIES, PERMENANT HEARING LOSS (wears hearing aids) NO VISION IN ONE EYE he is wanting to get a job ...

Discussion in Education - 17 Aug 2021

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Hi, my name is Ruth_ No college in our area provides learner support

I am hoping to find information, my daughter 27 is attending an access course at college but it appears no college in our area provides learner support on adult courses. Is there anyone who has had ...

Discussion in Education - 16 Nov 2021

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