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Story of a disabled Ex/Town Councillor
Hello everyone , I thought I would find it might help me to write down what has happened to me in the last few months, I am still quiet shook up and upset as I really enjoyed my job as a town councillor , especially being a disabled Jewish woman , I really thought I would be able to give a lot of my knowledge with…
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Hi, my name is dawnyb19! my dentist has shut and I’m stuck can’t eat please helpme
hi I’m on income related esa had extensive cancer treatment the treatment has left me with 4 teeth feel like world fell apart my dentist has shut and I’m stuck can’t eat please helpme
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Full fibre Broadband
Has anyone had full fibre installed and is it much better?.I ordered it in December but unfortunately my postal service is awful and The smart Hub still hasn't been delivered.It says 'despite 48hr traced' that it is going through Royal Mail system( Another long story!).My son who is a teenager said our tv is slow because…
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Hi, my name is nisha25! STRUGGLING to be rehoused as I am sleeping in my living room.
HELLO EVERYONE, I am a Blood cancer patient and Physically disabled bedridden. STRUGGLING to be rehoused as I am sleeping in my livingroom with no access to a bathroom for the past 8 years now. tried everything Mp, council, shelter was my case worker still no help. I want my basic human rights of access. Shower, privacy,…
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Hi, my name is zkiyachambers! Where can I find respite places for disabled people?
Does anyone know of any respite places for disabled people? Since the closure of Jubilee Lodge in 2024, my mum is looking for a place to take a break.
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Hi to all. Still having Problems with my Spc Catheter
I am Still having Problems with my Spc Catheter still getting Bleeding Servre Pain very uncomfortable i have messaged hospital last night to say what's happenening. I am not happy with the above np one is taking me seriously I don't have a hospital appointment till the 22nd of January. I had to buy another bed because my…
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Accessible taxi for large power chair in south London
Hi - would anyone have advice for a fully accessible taxi service that covers South London? My friend's chair is too big for a black cab. It's also too big for some bus spaces so it's easiest if he can get around by cab when he can't get a train to where he needs to go. Thank you!
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Hi, my name is DuckyYellow24! Assistive stretches for my son, anyone had a similar experience?
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Is it time to get a wheelchair?
I have been getting by using a stick for the last few years, but gradually able to do less and less. The number of places I can go is getting narrower and narrower. I've borrowed wheelchairs and mobility scooters a few times and they've allowed me to participate in so many more things that I've missed, but I'm obviously…
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Worried - long term sick
Hi everyone, I am on long term sick, this time last year I was very ill, very I’ll and in hospital for some time, I can not but the reason why sorry My question is, what do I need to do to stay off work, do I have to see my doctor regularly for the following reason, I get with work income protection insurance, so I get…
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Freezing 🥶 today
It's definitely a day for thermals coats gloves scarves and what else on a day like today? Are ear muffs still a thing?.Not sure but if they are ill think of getting some.
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Scared
I just don't want to deal with anything the fear of everything the world the life the future G
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Another PiP Review Delay Text
Says today they looking to review it I may need a health assessment or I should update them immediately if anything changed. I am dreading another health assessment if I need one of those . It's been 3 years now since first claimed. Thanks everyone you are all so supportive it really is a lovely community and it's so…
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Anxiety signing on journal
Does anyone else panic when they sign onto u.c journal?.I have awful anxiety signing on to the journal every day incase there is another message on there from them that I need to querie.When I first had tye journal I used to receive emails which alerted me to messages but then they stopped.
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Blogging for Scope
Hi. I am a disabled blogger and I have just written a draft article about addressing isolation as a disabled person. The content is particularly aimed at young people but it may be useful or relatable for a disabled person of any age. I know Scope have a blog and I wondered how it's possible to get content published on…
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Change off mind
Hi good afternoon everyone what a beautiful day in Cape Town south Africa weather is hot but a cool wind I'm thankful to God that I'm alive and my children healthy my one daughter was sick almost the whole week but I didn't wanted to talk about it cause I knew God would made her better a lot has happened and my children…
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Pets when you have a disability
Hi Everyone, I'm Johnny and have Parkinson's. I occasionally help present for a small Parkinson's radio station. I'm looking to do a feature on adopting / owning a pet with Parkinson's but then thought give the opportunity to wider disability community. I believe pets offer great companionship & are a good complimentary…
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Worried about future, diagnosed with degenerative disc disease
Hello everyone, I've been diagnosed with degenerative disc disease and I'm really scared and worried for my future
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Hi, my name is AmandaJ1964! Veleco fastest scooter. Front subframe steering bushes need replacing.
Hi Everyone. I'm new here, so my apologies if it takes me a while to get used to how this works. Never used a forum before.
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Coping mechanisms
Hi gang. I'm just wondering how other ppl cope dealing with the public and the outside world? My son is 8yo and has quadriplegic CP, Scoliosis, Epilepsy and Hip Dysplasia. He uses an electric wheelchair to get around and I can honestly say we've come across every type of rude scenario / weardo that walks the planet. I'm so…
