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Pet Loss and sharing Happy Memories too.
Wasn't sure where to post this. @Catherine21 - you post where you want to, I'm only creating this in case others' want to either share their experiences, or if some are upset by the topic/detail. I'm attaching a little poem that was read for my yorkie, Jack (also 15 years old) when he passed on Tuesday 12th January 2016.…
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Getting ideas for people who struggle get out
I spend a lot of time on my own as struggling to get out due to medical conditions that affect my mobility so thought join the conversation
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Small goals big happiness, then crushed
I’m not sure where to post this so decided to post it here. I have restricted mobility due to a condition that causes me a lot of pain. I decided to set some small fitness goals at the beginning of summer because I don’t have many opportunities to excercise or get out and about. This week I realised I completed my list.…
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Big Setback
Hey all. I had some dissapointing news about my health recently. Long story short thought I was gonna get treatment and I would see improvement but I am not now. I kinda was pinning my hopes on this as life's been tough recently with a lot of mobility issues. Anyways. It is what it is. My question is... Anyone stuck at…
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Hi, my name is psaunders! need to contact a virginmedia agent
need to contact a virginmedia agent
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Hi, my name is OzzieDave! Needing help with Alexa interconnection to a LG TV
I am visiting my vision impaired Mum in York and have been trying to find someone tech savvy with Alexa interconnection to a LG TV who has experience in setting up the on/off and channel change function. LG Web site said the tv was compatible but there local technician did not even know this until I highlighted this on…
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Recommendation for comfortable and supportive wheelchair
My dad has Lewy Body Dementia with parkinsonism and his symptoms have worsened over the last couple of months following an infection and stay in hospital. He can no longer walk and has to be hoisted out of bed by two carers. He cannot bear his own weight and his core body strength has diminished. He is now in a nursing…
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MADE TO MEASURE SHOES
Hi Folks My feet are a slightly different shape and size to each other. Where can I get some made to measure shoes from? Thank You
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Plans to charge £150 for disabled parking bays in Plymouth
Do you think it's reasonable for the council to charge an extra £150 for installing disabled parking bays? Would this affect you?
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Hi, my name is Petal361! Looking for a lightweight car vacuum cleaner, any ideas?
I am a carer for my 88 year young mother in law who rightly so wants to be as independent as possible in her winter years. She is looking for a car vacuum cleaner that is easy to use, has good suction , is as light as possible and has an attachment that means she doesn't have to bend down too far. She is not good on her…
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Is anyone paying for their COVID vaccine this year?
I have Cerebral palsy and over the last few years I have qualified for the winter COVID booster. However this year the government as moved the goal posts and has restricted the amount of people who can now have a free COVID jab. They seem quite happy to let the disabled just suffer and die. I have caught COVID a few times…
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brain bleed
hi all my friends , been suffering with my again ,put my nortpriperlyn tables up to 20gm, they make me very tried , at my worst time i use to take 70mg , i dont knowhow i did that. ,,,, but there working now stpped my headaches. 😎 love to you all 🤠
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Free Boilers
A few days ago, a contact was telling me that she had a free boiler fitted by British gas on the grounds that her late husband was disabled. I assume he received DLA or PIP. Both the husband and wife were retired professional people on, I should think, very good private pensions as well as the State Pension. This is…
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Facial wipes for limited hand use
Hi all! I have nerve issues which affects my arms and hands (both now sadly) and they can randomly decide to not work together when I need them to, like to wash my face. I have terrible dry skin on my face which cracks and bleeds; I moisturise as much as I can but it needs cleansing. I’ve been using baby wipes, but this…
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Menieres
Hi I have Menieres does anyone have any helpful advice out there pls???? Ruth
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Anyone else with Menieres? Feel very alone and isolated
I have recently been diagnosed with Menieres and feel very alone and isolated with this condition. Is there anybody else in my area who also has this as there does not seem to be any help groups in Milton Keynes. I dont seem to be able to get any help even though I cant walk very far without having an acute attack of…
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How do i explain that i can't just magically gain a months income in advance??
Hello, i'm Max. I'm 20, physically disabled, neurodivergent, and mentally ill (but stable), and i have moved into my first independent living situation as of 5th July. Because of the above, i am unable to work, and rely solely on UC and PIP as my monthly income- and also because of the above, i had to find a guarantor in…
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Reticulocyte count
Hi my name is Stuart I have mpn which is a blood cancer I also cannot walk because I have fnd am in a wheelchair due to when I try to walk my legs start shaking I am now having a injection called alpha2b I had my bloodtest today and my Reticulocyte count is high which means my red cells are being destroyed so things are…
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Check In
Hello, I have been having a few rough weeks. Just wanted to check in and ask how is everyone doing? Speak soon 😊
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Neolithic dig
The remnants of a neolithic hall have been discovered in my town (stones throw from my house); the biggest ever in Scotland, from around 4000 BCE.
