12 week isolation

[Skatergirl1]

With having severe copd and emphysema, do I fall into the category of having to self isolate for 12 weeks???? And if so how I’m a supposed to pay my bills, I am self employed and not on benefits

[Comino2]

It is all very well to give these instructions to us but with no advise as to how on earth we can implement them. I have similiar lung conditions to you and mobility issues,I live alone,have no relatives,have lost contact with past friends due to having to care for my late partner.I can barely get to a local [expensive] food shop even with my oxygen but now not even allowed to go there.

I believe they are introducing fast track sickness pay which you may be entitled to.Citizens advice bureaux should have info to help you xx

[Skatergirl1 in reply to Comino2]

Sorry to hear of your struggles, and thank you for your reply and advice. I will give cab a call tomorrow. Hope you keep well x. It’s just a worry, I too live alone and £89.00 a week I cannot live on!!!!

[Comino2 in reply to Skatergirl1]

I did read that some building societies are allowing a short break from payments if you are a houseowner.Not much consolation for you at present but there will be many others struggling with bills so I do hope the utility companies put some safety net measures in place.Maybe in the future look in to eligability for PIP with your health conditions xx

[smwdorset in reply to Comino2]

Chancellor has just advised a three month payment holiday I believe see latest government bulletin

[Mooka in reply to Comino2]

Have you looked online to see if you have a local community group. I have joined Nextdoor.co.uk. Plenty of people offering help o. there where I live even food deliveries. I think charities will also be drafted in. Please have a look to see what’s available in your area. X

[Hidden]

yes.

By on-line banking or by post.

gov.uk/employment-support-a...

[Skatergirl1 in reply to Hidden]

Errr!!!! If I can’t work and am not claiming any benefits, my question is how am I supposed to afford to live. If the government only pay 89.00 per week, how will that cover the bills??

[Hidden in reply to Skatergirl1]

The risk and options are yours. I added a link above regarding your options.

[Skatergirl1 in reply to Hidden]

Sorry, I didn’t see the link, just read online banking or post office and thought what!! Thank you for your reply. No offence meant x

[Kristicats]

Someone mentioned to my husband today that there is a £3000 benefit for self employed ( a form to fill in) The person who told him is a hairdresser but of course he forgot the details! Perhaps you could find out?

How do I get the government £3,000 coronavirus grant?

Guide

12 MAR 2020

The Treasury has announced a £3,000 grant for businesses that do not pay business rates to help them survive the coronavirus pandemic – how do you apply for it?

[Comino2 in reply to Kristicats]

That sounds like it could potentially be a great help to Skatergirl1,I do hope she is able to access this help xx

[Skatergirl1 in reply to Comino2]

Thank you for your kind words... and I will check it out x

[Skatergirl1 in reply to Kristicats]

Thank you so much for that info, if there is a grant it will be a great weight of my mind. I will check it out x

[garshe]

Yes you are definitely in the high risk category.

[Skatergirl1 in reply to garshe]

Thank you x

[Hellodolly]

Hello

Yes - it does.

Can you do your work remotely?

I’m so sorry.

Hopefully the CAB will offer advice. I’m assuming there will be mortgage holidays or housing benefit.

I looked at on line shopping last night and the first slot is 13 days away.

Best wishes and virtual hugs

[Skatergirl1 in reply to Hellodolly]

Thank you for your reply. Unfortunately I can’t work from home, I am a massage therapist in a nursing home, and I have just had an email from them saying I can’t go in either!!! Checked out website and esa only pay 73.00 per week! Goes from bad to worse. I am in private rented accommodation, do even housing won’t cover all of rent, I am in 2 bed house but live alone. I won’t have any money for food at this rate, moan over. Keep safe and well

[Hellodolly in reply to Skatergirl1]

I’m very sorry but don’t know what to suggest. The French are doing a rent Freeze which I hope may happen here too.

[Skatergirl1 in reply to Hellodolly]

Don’t worry, I have just gone into panic mode at the moment, but I am sure everything will sort itself out in the end, and there are people worse off than me xx

[NuttyBoy79]

Yes is the answer

[Skatergirl1 in reply to NuttyBoy79]

Thank you x

[Janetxxx1957]

They have asked landlords to be lenient on tenants that have to sell isolate xx

[Skatergirl1 in reply to Janetxxx1957]

Ok , thank you x

[Janetxxx1957]

Self

[lKeith]

Skatergirl

Hi,

I don't think you have to isolate just yet but the government say more info by Friday. If you feel worse than normal you need to isolate, meanwhile try to carry on as normal within your home. Do not go out, try to get neighbours to get shopping, many areas are collecting together to offer a service to those in isolation, sounds like you may fall within that catagory.

We are stranded in Spain for the moment with probably worse conditions, airprorts are giving out conflicting messages so think it best to contact the airline direct.

Sorry not to be able help but please look for those sites that are offering to help, beware of villans just taking your money without giving you the goods.

IKeith

[katieoxo60]

Sorry to hear of your dillemma, you are not alone. You are at risk and you must consider that against financial factors. I am sure many will be in your position just as many won't be able to get their basic needs due to isolation restrictions. The suggestion was that people can still go out but to distance themselves from crowds and take extra care if over 70, frail , or at risk health groups during the next 12 weeks. If you caught the virus you would be off work for isolation anyway and need three clear tests after isolation I am told. I would enquire what your rights are as the rules on isolation could get more rigid with time. You should be able to claim some government means tested benefit if no income due to isolation rules.