Well, I applied for Job Seekers Allowance as they recently made me redundant. I applied for JSA, not ESA, as I can work, but they may eventually change it to ESA. Who knows.
I know it can take a lot of time to hear back about the application, but I am startking to worry. I applied 14 days ago and still not word. Any experience with the waiting time? Thank you.
Maria
Hello. You are always so kind and among the first to respond. 
Thank you. So, I went for JSA, at the moment overall I am doing ok, and overall I can work as normal. They may switch me to ESA though when I tell them about the MS. Gosh, going to the Job Center Plus in Leam was a nightmare. The security guard treated me like dirt, asking me to wait in a non existent queue. Anyway, I understand I need a medical note for ESA, was trying to avoid getting one. I truly hope to hear back from them soon, to be invited to that interview. Btw, I never disclose any disability when applying for work. Not sure if I do this right, or what. It’s my first time facing unemployment after the diagnosis. Sending you loads of positive energy.
Thank you, J. That makes sense. I suppose when I get hired (amen!), I can tell them if and when they need to know. I know MS is a nightmare for us, but hope you are keeping well otherwise. Take care.
Many employers will guarantee an interview as you’re registered with a disability.
Play it to your advantage. 
I had to chase them on the phone. I kid you not, it took them 3 weeks to start processing the application. I am now waiting for the call from JobCentre Plus… Thanks, guys.