So, so, sorry to hear this Buster....and you are trying so damned hard to find a way through. I think its worth using the doctor as leverage in this situation; if your financial/assessement crap stuff is having a negative affect on health of you and your partner then they need to know this (and presumably can see this by your visit today). I've seen GPs get involved and write letters to various agencies before when the situation for their patients is desperate. Also, and this could be a last resort, what about involving your MP ?