@JohnnyBoy your friend in France or any of the other friends you have abroad that know you. They may know someone who is their friend who is single and like the same things as you. You’re still young Johnny. Are there any groups where you live carer groups or ex carer groups you could go to to meet people.or social groups where you live carer.
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@Teddybear , it’s crossed my mind a couple of times. Funny you mentioned my mate in France, I spoke to his teenage daughter on the phone the other day. She was very broken up over my mums death. She always called her aunty. My other pals in Spain, Portugal and Ireland are thinking of “hooking me up”. I said I’ll think about it. I want to sort out a few existing issues first. As I told them, I’ve haven’t been in a relationship since I was 24. This they know.
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@JohnnyBoy that’s nice that you spoke to your friends daughter.your friends also in Spain, Portugal and Ireland are all thinking of hooking you up.yes you sort all your things out first, you tell them when your ready and when you want to. And not just anyone.are you still using library is it not to far from where you live I hope not. Have a nice day. Nice to see you .take care.
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@Teddybear , aye I am. Only until I get my broadband up and running. I hadn’t had time to sort it out since mum fell ill then died. It’s been a godsend to me, especially in the last few months.
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@JohnnyBoy thats good. Yes everything takes time doesn’t it, don’t forget when you decide to get your broadband up and running you will be able to get a social tariff because of your situation. I’ve mentioned that incase you didn’t know. I hope you are doing ok. It’s very overcast and still cold here. Have a good day.
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@Teddybear , nice one, I’ll have a look at that. Weather wise, could and some sunshine also, a bit cooler than yesterday.
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@JohnnyBoy universal credit says it starts from the date of application.1st payment is usually 5 weeks after application.if you report a change in circumstances due to sickness. Your payment amount may increase following a work capability assessmentment after a 3 months waiting period ,that’s what CAB says online.check all this with UC make sure they are aware that your circumstances have changed now ,that’s you are not well.
Do you have a journal. Aswell as sending in sick notes.you also have to report in your journal change of circumstances. Due to sickness.sending in sick notes does not automatically increase payments immediately. You will likely continue with regular work coach appointments initially.after about 3 months of sending in sick notes.you should be referred for a work capability assessment. If you are found to have limited capability for work related activity.(LCWRA) following the assessment you will recieved extra money.this is usually paid from the 13th week of submitting your sick note.if your income decreases or your expenses increase due to sickness then you need to report these in your online journal.
You get free heath costs don’t you Johnny ,free prescriptions, eye tests, dentists etc, being on low income just checking.
Hope this is helpful. Info is cab. And gov. @Melly1 can you put this on @johnnyboy new to this site. Put it on wrong page I thought this was his.lol I think I’m having a bad day.i tried to fiqure it ok. I can’t thankyou.
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It was lovely here in the New Forest this morning, then it turned so much colder that I’ve lit the woodburner, sat in the recliner and even nodded off briefly!
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@Teddybear , fair point. I’m not very familiar with the system. I’m due an over the phone appointment with one of the coaches in a couple of weeks. If and when things work out, it’ll be nice to have free prescriptions, eye tests etc. Especially considering my doctor has put some anti-anxiety tablets on it along with my asthma medication. I’ve always for a long time have been paying for my prescriptions. Thanks for setting me straight on a few things. 
PS, I went to the local housing office yesterday, I’ve gave them plenty of items to prove I’ve lived at the property for over 12 months. Apart from a couple of formalities (housing officers’ words), looks like I’ll be living in the family home for the foreseeable future. Mega chuffed. 
@JohnnyBoy if you are on low income you can apply for help with nhs costs .through the nhs low income scheme by completing HC1 form or applying online.you may get full HC2 or partial HC3 help based on income ,savings .must have under £16,000 usually under £6,000 for full help.apply fast online application on the NHS business services authority.if you are not sure if you are eligible and have already paid FP57 receipt and refund form when you pay to claim money back. Look at the help with nhs health costs ,read criteria, if you qualify fill in the form on the nhs business services authority website. Then fill in the already paid and claim back to form FP57. If you have a universal credit journal also write this in your journey.Great news about the house I am so pleased could do with hearing some nice news. I hope that you are ok . It is cold here no sun. I hope today is better than yesterday. U take care.
@Teddybear , hmm, interesting. I’ll ask the local Job Centre Plus about it. Couldn’t hurt to try. Weather wise, mixture of sunshine, clouds and a gentle breeze. Possible rain later.
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@JohnnyBoy the job centre plus may not know I don’t know.it said the fasted way is to fill the form in online. Say any reciepts for prescription meds.Save . Write down the names of the forms so you have them.
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@Teddybear OK. Will do. I’ll try to do the online form when I get chance. I tried a few times before but the site kept crashing on me. In the end, I did my UC claim form over the phone in the end. I was nothing short of frustrated with the website. Anyway, I’ll check it out. Cheers.
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