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Our online disability forum is a vibrant and supportive space for disabled people, parents and carers to get disability advice and information, and talk to people with similar experiences.
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For whatever reason you’ve joined, welcome to Scope’s online community. Here you can tell the rest of the community a little about yourself, or if you’ve been here a while, do take a moment to welcome our newest members. -
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Community chat
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Chat with other disabled people.
Here you can chat with other disabled people about all things related to disability, from accessibility and attitudes, to issues that you are currently facing or changes and improvements you’d like to see.
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Most recent: Have you had to wait excessively long for your new driving licence despite applying in good time? by kelics
9:47AM
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The place to chat and find help for carers of disabled people, parents of disabled children and disabled parents themselves.
If you need advice about caring for disabled children or adults or being a disabled parent, our online community can provide help and reassurance. Join one of our discussions on everything from childhood disability and development to home care, or start a new one to discuss your needs and concerns as a carer.
1.6K discussions
7.6K replies
Most recent: Hi, my name is Anna_Louise! My daughter has ASD and dyspraxia and needs some help with life skills by Ross_Scope
June 10
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Pour yourself a brew and chat about anything.
Want to chat about something outside of our disability forum categories? Enter our virtual coffee lounge, and chat to other community members about anything and everything. -
This is the place to post all events, surveys and opportunities relating to disability and related issues.
1.3K discussions
3.3K replies
Most recent: I Am Festival - live events, creative showcases and exclusive premieres by Tori_Scope
June 11
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Regularly updated blog posts on a wide variety of issues.
There are always key issues relating to disability worth talking about, and here you can read disability articles from disabled bloggers, professionals and people with a story to tell. If you’re interested in writing a guest post, contact Scope’s community team at [email protected]
405 discussions
4.6K replies
Most recent: Art therapy in the chaotic and challenging world of Autism by susmitha
May 27
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Disability benefits
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329 discussions
2.1K replies
Most recent: How long is CA taking? My husband's PIP was reinstated but I'm still waiting by dawny63
June 11
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Get advice and tips on ESA benefits.
Do you have questions about Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)? Ask our community by starting a new discussion, or join an existing one below.
4K discussions
27.8K replies
Most recent: Hi, I'm jackthelad! Why would the ESA deduct money? by MarkN88
9:53AM
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Advice on all issues relating to Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Disability Allowance (DLA) and Attendance Allowance (AA).
Applying for PIP for the first time, or in the process of transferring from DLA? Need advice prior to attending your PIP assessment, or for appealing against the result of a recent PIP claim? Many of our community members have gone through the process already and can help you navigate your way through the system. -
Universal Credit is replacing the current system of earnings replacement means-tested benefits and tax credits. You can ask questions and discuss Universal Credit here - such as the eligibility, how to claim and the interview process.
1.5K discussions
12.5K replies
Most recent: Hi, I'm dollsky! I'm waiting for my WCA decision. If I'm put in the LCWRA group, will I be backpaid? by dollsky
June 12
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If you’re not sure what benefits you or someone you care for is entitled to, start here.
PIP, DLA, ESA, carer’s allowance... disability benefits can seem very confusing when you first approach them. If you’re not sure what you’re entitled to, Scope’s benefits calculator is a good place to start. If you’re still not sure, start a discussion to get advice from people who’ve been there.
1K discussions
5.7K replies
Most recent: Hi, my name is biglad78! I'm moving to a granny flat adjoining my parents - will I keep my SDP? by woodbine
June 12
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Practical support and information
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Talk to other disabled people about everything and anything related to dating and relationships. Join in an ongoing conversation or start your own by clicking the 'new discussion' button. -
Share experiences and tips relating to chronic pain with people in a similar situation.
521 discussions
3.8K replies
Most recent: Help, I am 24 and I'm basically handicapped from pain. by languagelover96
June 12
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Get advice and discuss issues on everything from wheelchairs and mobility scooters to AFOs, hearing aids and screen readers.
Today there are a great variety of assistive technologies available to help disabled people go about their everyday lives. If you’ve got a question or concern about mobility aids, disability equipment, accessibility software or anything else, the community may be able to help.
730 discussions
3.4K replies
Most recent: Need advice from ambulant wheelchair user by weeyin
June 12
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Ask the community about schools, further education and learning for disabled children.
Take a look at some of our community discussions on learning, schools, special educational needs (SEN), educational health and care plans (EHC) and more. If you’ve got any questions or views on related issues like SENCO co-ordinators or educational psychologists, go ahead and post a new discussion. -
Work With Me is our new campaign to tackle the barriers disabled people all too often face when trying to get into and stay in work. Find more information at www.scope.org.uk/WorkWithMe. Use this category to talk about anything from pre-employment and finding work, to employment issues once you are in work, as well as planning and developing for a future career. -
There are many hidden costs of disability. Share your top tips for cutting costs, or have a chat about managing your finances, and our community members will offer their advice.
298 discussions
1.9K replies
Most recent: Starting a Blog for my own use, but thinking about using gofundme in future. by Ami2301
June 10
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Your questions about disability housing and accessible housing issues.
The place to discuss disability housing, housing benefits for disabled people and independent living issues. Share your experiences, discuss accessible housing needs or ask the community for advice. -
Join our discussions on leisure activities, disability sports and diet and nutrition or create a new discussion and tell us what activities you enjoy. -
Get advice and tips on motability and blue badges
Do you have questions about motability? Are you looking for advice about blue badges and cars as a disabled person? Ask our community by starting a new discussion, or join an existing one below.
393 discussions
2.8K replies
Most recent: Hi, my name is samiamir! Can you use your blue badge for business matters? Have I misused it? by samiamir
June 11
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Talk about specific conditions
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Explore our Autism and Aspergers forum
Start a new discussion relating to autism or Aspergers or take a look at the posts below on autism diagnosis, support and related issues.
523 discussions
3.2K replies
Most recent: outdoor play equipment suitable for 5 yr old with ASD by Luna51
June 12
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Whatever stage of life you or your child are in, Scope’s community can provide support and advice on cerebral palsy.
Providing information and support to people with Cerebral Palsy (CP) is an important part of Scope’s heritage. Today you can find a wealth of information about Cerebral Palsy on our website, and share and discuss your experiences and issues here on our online community. -
Not all impairments can be seen, but they are often experienced with no less severity than those that are more readily visible. This is a space to talk to others about your experiences and challenges of having an invisible or hidden impairment.
146 discussions
826 replies
Most recent: The DWP are going with failure to disclose by mikehughescq
June 11
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Get advice and support on issues relating to learning difficulties.
Whether you, your child or another family member has a learning difficulty, Scope’s community is here to offer advice on specific learning difficulties and all issues relating to adults and children with learning difficulties.
106 discussions
521 replies
Most recent: Day Centre Provision during the Pandemic- how can we challenge LA to escalate plan to reopen? by woodbine
June 11
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If you have an ongoing mental health disorder or are currently experiencing mental health issues, here you can chat and seek advice from the community.
Any advice given here should not be seen as professional advice or as a substitute for professional evaluation and care. Mental health charity Mind have a wide range of resources and can advise you on seeking help.
If you are feeling suicidal, please call the Samaritans on 116 123.
724 discussions
7.4K replies
Most recent: Coping with stress, low mood and isolation – a support thread by lisathomas50
June 8
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Advice and support for neurological conditions
Ask our community about issues relating to neurological conditions such as epilepsy, Alzheimer's and multiple sclerosis. Share your experiences and get support from others in similar situations.
243 discussions
1.6K replies
Most recent: Are there any private paediatric neurologists anyone can recommend? by woodbine
June 6
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Talk to others with physical impairments and mobility issues.
Share your experiences of physical disability and related mobility issues, or ask for advice from people in a similar situation to you.
152 discussions
889 replies
Most recent: Hi, I'm andrewjohn! Has anyone else had pins & needles due to stenosis of the spine? by andrewjohn
June 5
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If you have an undiagnosed or rare condition, this is the place where you can get advice, chat and share experiences with people in a similar position.
192 discussions
1.2K replies
Most recent: Does anyone have any experience with Shoulder Injury Relating to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA)? by chiarieds
June 11
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Connect with others and get advice on visual impairments and hearing impairments
The place to seek advice regarding sensory impairments, or share your experiences of visual impairment, blindness, hearing loss and deafness. -
Expand for more options.This is a place to chat or ask for advice about anything to do with speech, language and communication.
87 discussions
371 replies
Most recent: Are there any other young adults with a stammer on here? by matthew2909
May 16