Reference no: EM133573426

Question: Karen a single mother of two children, aged 7 and 10 years old, attends your service. Karen has been told her parenting payment will reduce to Jobseeker payment once her daughter turns 8 at the end of this year. Two years ago, Karen stated she had a car accident and it left her with some memory problems, mainly with retaining anything she reads. Karen is not sure how she will manage as she is already struggling being a single mother. Karen said when her mobile, electricity and internet bills come in and she barely has enough money left for food. Rent is in arrears because Karen had to pay for the car registration, as she needs to get the kids to school. Karen is also worried about a Centrelink debt she has been paying back for the past 3 years. How will she keep paying the debt and everyday living expenses if her money gets reduced? Part 1: Short answer questions Read each question carefully. Your answer should be a minimum of 50 words but no longer than 200 words.

1. How would you assess Karen's situation and what evidence would you ask Karen to provide?