DS is 6, being assessed for ASD, has diagnosis of Dyspraxia, Severe ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, hyper mobility syndrome. He had a paed appt a few weeks ago, where it was suggested we have a carer's assessment to get some direct payments to fund some respite in our home (we have no family close by).
My husband consented to this and today a social worker called us - we'd been referred by the Doctor. I wasn't aware a social worker deals with the carer's assessment and it's really un-nerved me - no reason why really, I have nothing to hide! Just think it's the shock of it (I was at work for this appt).
Has anyone else had a carers assessment? They're coming out to see us next week.