Financial support, grants, pip for ex prisoners
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Hi all,
My son is staying with me as he is now homeless. He's been out of prison less than a month ago, he served 6 months. He didn't want to go to a hostel, I couldn't say no to him coming to stay with me at home after a traumatic 6 months locked up in prison. He has his own bedroom at home and he is comfortable here with our 2 cats.
He is attending his compulsory appointments with his probation officer and the Police. Sadly, he has now a criminal record and he is on medication for his mental health, he has stress, anxiety, ptsd issues and bereavement as well (he has just lost someone very close to him through suicide over the Christmas period). Added to all that he has also witnessed 2 horrific and violent incidents in prison. He has really changed, he's a different young man just trying to readjust to a new way of life.
He seems to suffer from mild to medium agoraphobic symptoms, he just won't go out unless he really has to, he comes back home after his probation appointments, he just won't go out otherwise. He's not sleeping much. I'm worried and concerned about his well being! I offer him some support but he has no money coming in yet. He has applied for UC online over the xmas period but he won't be getting any money for a while, that'll take some time to come through. He used to have a good job before his prison sentence, regular money coming in. Oh bless his soul, he's just not coping very well at the moment. He is on mental health medication and on a waiting list for counselling.
I would like to see him happier hence why I'm trying to find out about financial help he might be entitled to as an ex-prisoner. He needs some clothes, new trainers, new shoes, he needs a bit of money for his bus/tube fares to attend appointments and maybe to join a gym to get out and about and improve his mental health but all these do add up and can be costly. Please don't judge him! He used to work full time for 7 years before prison but the GP gave him a sick note for 3 months because he cannot work at the moment until he gets better, he isn't well enough, he's trying to readjust.
I'd really appreciate any info for grants/funding for ex-prisoners so they can get their lives back on track or even any advice about DWP Personal independent payment for his mental health being affected, he has high blood pressure and is on medication for that and for a chronic health issue. It's just so sad to see him switched off.
Help please!
Thank you x
My son is staying with me as he is now homeless. He's been out of prison less than a month ago, he served 6 months. He didn't want to go to a hostel, I couldn't say no to him coming to stay with me at home after a traumatic 6 months locked up in prison. He has his own bedroom at home and he is comfortable here with our 2 cats.
He is attending his compulsory appointments with his probation officer and the Police. Sadly, he has now a criminal record and he is on medication for his mental health, he has stress, anxiety, ptsd issues and bereavement as well (he has just lost someone very close to him through suicide over the Christmas period). Added to all that he has also witnessed 2 horrific and violent incidents in prison. He has really changed, he's a different young man just trying to readjust to a new way of life.
He seems to suffer from mild to medium agoraphobic symptoms, he just won't go out unless he really has to, he comes back home after his probation appointments, he just won't go out otherwise. He's not sleeping much. I'm worried and concerned about his well being! I offer him some support but he has no money coming in yet. He has applied for UC online over the xmas period but he won't be getting any money for a while, that'll take some time to come through. He used to have a good job before his prison sentence, regular money coming in. Oh bless his soul, he's just not coping very well at the moment. He is on mental health medication and on a waiting list for counselling.
I would like to see him happier hence why I'm trying to find out about financial help he might be entitled to as an ex-prisoner. He needs some clothes, new trainers, new shoes, he needs a bit of money for his bus/tube fares to attend appointments and maybe to join a gym to get out and about and improve his mental health but all these do add up and can be costly. Please don't judge him! He used to work full time for 7 years before prison but the GP gave him a sick note for 3 months because he cannot work at the moment until he gets better, he isn't well enough, he's trying to readjust.
I'd really appreciate any info for grants/funding for ex-prisoners so they can get their lives back on track or even any advice about DWP Personal independent payment for his mental health being affected, he has high blood pressure and is on medication for that and for a chronic health issue. It's just so sad to see him switched off.
Help please!
Thank you x
He should be on sickness benefit fur a start and you need medical evidence for this. As forr pip, Google the number when he calls or you can call. For him they'll do an interview over the phone. Then they send out a form about how his disability effects him and its cless on a point system. Hell then get another phone call from medical person to ask questions about his every day life. Or he will be called in for an I interview. You can be there 3ith him for support on this. Usually you here back 4-6 weeks after that. Hell get back dated from the time he made first phone call. Its a long process and takes time but will be worth it as he's entitled to it
Hope this helps a bit xx
Hope this helps a bit xx
If he contacts MiND they can support with any applications for PIP, or they can in some areas anyway
SkinnyLatte
Bless him he needs time to adjust from prison to being out
He is entitled to claim some form of benefit reach out to unlock and I know there is a group called circles Google them they are a foundation to offer support for our loved ones who have served prison time
He just needs to adjust and get used to where he has been and to where he is now
I am a long way from my son coming home but like you we are there for them
Please let him know he is not alone and this does not define who he is
In time he will find work but for now he just needs to take a day at a time, he is still here and has overcome so much as have you
Hugs and strength sent to you both xx
Bless him he needs time to adjust from prison to being out
He is entitled to claim some form of benefit reach out to unlock and I know there is a group called circles Google them they are a foundation to offer support for our loved ones who have served prison time
He just needs to adjust and get used to where he has been and to where he is now
I am a long way from my son coming home but like you we are there for them
Please let him know he is not alone and this does not define who he is
In time he will find work but for now he just needs to take a day at a time, he is still here and has overcome so much as have you
Hugs and strength sent to you both xx
If he claims ESA, Employment and support allowance, then they will pay out while they assess his claim. You can back date this upto three months. You will need sick notes from the GP.
For PIP, you can call but he will need to give his permission, over the phone, before they will accept the claim from you for him.
For PIP, you can call but he will need to give his permission, over the phone, before they will accept the claim from you for him.
Newlady,
Scared3546,
Upset mum,
Best wishes to you all for the new year ! I Hope you are all keeping well ! Thank you for getting back to me and I really appreciate all your useful answers. They all matter to me and they sure help ! Some of you are separated from loved ones, some of you are waiting sentencing, I share your pain and remember this old say ' What doesn't kill you make you stronger' . Take care lovely people.
Have a nice weekend.
Thank you Ladies xxx
Scared3546,
Upset mum,
Best wishes to you all for the new year ! I Hope you are all keeping well ! Thank you for getting back to me and I really appreciate all your useful answers. They all matter to me and they sure help ! Some of you are separated from loved ones, some of you are waiting sentencing, I share your pain and remember this old say ' What doesn't kill you make you stronger' . Take care lovely people.
Have a nice weekend.
Thank you Ladies xxx
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@Webb
Just read that there's a new style of ESA and it is possible to claim along UC. I will need to read all about this. He might be able to claim this new style of ESA.
Thanks Webb.
I copied and pasted this:
New Style ESA is a fortnightly payment that can be claimed on its own or at the same time as Universal Credit ( UC ). If you get both benefits, your Universal Credit payment is reduced by the amount you get for New Style ESA . New Style ESA is a contributory benefit.
Just read that there's a new style of ESA and it is possible to claim along UC. I will need to read all about this. He might be able to claim this new style of ESA.
Thanks Webb.
I copied and pasted this:
New Style ESA is a fortnightly payment that can be claimed on its own or at the same time as Universal Credit ( UC ). If you get both benefits, your Universal Credit payment is reduced by the amount you get for New Style ESA . New Style ESA is a contributory benefit.
SkinnyLatte
This journey certainly makes us stronger but yet as mums it breaks us but then we realise if we give up who will be there for our sons
I am fortunate to have my beautiful daughter and my eldest son who are supporting their brother, so I wake up every day and am thankful, he is here and so am I
Love sent x
This journey certainly makes us stronger but yet as mums it breaks us but then we realise if we give up who will be there for our sons
I am fortunate to have my beautiful daughter and my eldest son who are supporting their brother, so I wake up every day and am thankful, he is here and so am I
Love sent x
Dear Upset mum,
You sound like you have a lovely supportive family. You have your lovely daughter, your elderst son as well, both by your side and that's really great that they are supportive to you and their younger brother in this jdifficult time. I hope they are okay and that they are using the Lucy faithful phone line which is also available to family members affected by this unfortunate nightmare.
Upset mum, awww I really have empathy for you. As you said, we have to be there for our sons I hope your younger son is coping relatively well. One day you will all be reunited again and that'll be amazing.
Thinking of you, sending you courage, positive vibes and some hugs for your journey.
Best wishes,
SkinnyLatte xxx
You sound like you have a lovely supportive family. You have your lovely daughter, your elderst son as well, both by your side and that's really great that they are supportive to you and their younger brother in this jdifficult time. I hope they are okay and that they are using the Lucy faithful phone line which is also available to family members affected by this unfortunate nightmare.
Upset mum, awww I really have empathy for you. As you said, we have to be there for our sons I hope your younger son is coping relatively well. One day you will all be reunited again and that'll be amazing.
Thinking of you, sending you courage, positive vibes and some hugs for your journey.
Best wishes,
SkinnyLatte xxx
Hi ladies. Finance is another thing I worry about come the time when my son is released, it adds to quite a hefty 'worry' list. He has a small amount of savings but due to dyslexia/bad memory as regards time lines|dates etc would struggle immensely filling out forms to claim benefits etc. I sincerely hope he'll get support with this.
Im in a position where I can help him a little financially but realistically due how our family position stands (after his crime) he'll have to sort himself out in practical terms. I also dread the thought of him ending up in a squalid hostel!!
All these worries/concerns I do try to put on a back burner - as I've learnt it only drives you crazy if you take everything on board at once.
Im in a position where I can help him a little financially but realistically due how our family position stands (after his crime) he'll have to sort himself out in practical terms. I also dread the thought of him ending up in a squalid hostel!!
All these worries/concerns I do try to put on a back burner - as I've learnt it only drives you crazy if you take everything on board at once.
Dear Smile through tears,
Hello love, that's good to hear you can financially support your son on his release date for a little while. And you said he also has savings to get by but don't worry too much now as I'm sure your son will be able to apply for some kind of benefits after his release. He has health concerns affecting his health. As you said, we need to think about everything but you sound strong, positive and lovely Smile through tears. I understand you are trying to gear up to the days of his release as that keep us going, we fantasise about the reunion date and feeding them proper home cooked meals. One important thing to remember is to book him a GP appointment online in advance to get a sick note as it took nearly a month to get a phone appointment with his gap.
Bless our gorgeous sons !
All the best. xx
Hello love, that's good to hear you can financially support your son on his release date for a little while. And you said he also has savings to get by but don't worry too much now as I'm sure your son will be able to apply for some kind of benefits after his release. He has health concerns affecting his health. As you said, we need to think about everything but you sound strong, positive and lovely Smile through tears. I understand you are trying to gear up to the days of his release as that keep us going, we fantasise about the reunion date and feeding them proper home cooked meals. One important thing to remember is to book him a GP appointment online in advance to get a sick note as it took nearly a month to get a phone appointment with his gap.
Bless our gorgeous sons !
All the best. xx
Hi I have knowledge of pip.
ex prisoners can apply if he was still in prison he would not receive anything till he left and not receive back pay but if he's out that won't be a problem. You can help him with all the paperwork and phone calls to. You can request a third party call and you do the bulk of the call but he would only have to authorise consent and listen to two statements and answer at the end.
you do not have to give any information of his conviction on a pip claim. A probation officer or social worker can provide evidence to support his case but they do not need to mention the crime itself.
there is a bit of a wait for the forms to get to people about 4-6 weeks but they can get there sooner.
also you can claim pip as well as being on universals credit and their version of disability payments called incapacity to work benefit.
also pip is not means tested
hope this helps
ex prisoners can apply if he was still in prison he would not receive anything till he left and not receive back pay but if he's out that won't be a problem. You can help him with all the paperwork and phone calls to. You can request a third party call and you do the bulk of the call but he would only have to authorise consent and listen to two statements and answer at the end.
you do not have to give any information of his conviction on a pip claim. A probation officer or social worker can provide evidence to support his case but they do not need to mention the crime itself.
there is a bit of a wait for the forms to get to people about 4-6 weeks but they can get there sooner.
also you can claim pip as well as being on universals credit and their version of disability payments called incapacity to work benefit.
also pip is not means tested
hope this helps