Hi, I'm currently on esa support group have been for two years, I also get carers allowance for looking after my mom,which is deducted from esa. But my query is will I still have to go for another assessment? There was no date as too how long I will be on esa support. I've been in carers allowance for one year. Obviously I'm concerned if I do get called in,as they could give me zero points then I have to go through the appeal proses.martin.
Hi Martin,
I'm sorry I don't know, but this is something the helpline maybe able to advise on:
Carers UK Adviceline
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Melly1