Hi there - I have a very similar case, which I too, am struggling with, 21 year old lady had been hospitalised since the age of 14, as part of a resettlement in the community was awarded a tenancy in Oct 08 but did not move in until post Jan 09, due to a need for a very softly softly approach required given 7 years in hospital, she would spend perhaps 2 hours a day with keyworker to get used to the environment and to learn life and social skills. HB has been awarded but only back to the four week bit that you mention and there is arrears of about 8 weeks outstanding. My client has moved in now - but it is how she will cover this period when she was not able
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