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The Problem with Accessible Toilets
Good afternoon! A few years ago, when I first started using a wheelchair, I had a frightening experience when using an accessible loo. I got stuck and needed to pull the emergency pull-cord, which ended up being faulty. I was found on the floor six hours later! I now work for BBC Wales and want to highlight the problem…
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It's a World full of concern
Yesterday I had a phone call from a GP from my surgery who I've never spoken to before as the one I'd spoken to over the phone twice previously has now left ( no continuity of care but there we are).Anyway she proceeded to ask me how I am and was armed with questions as I am now guessing to forward to the psychiatrist next…
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Getting a social care assessment, dropping Direct Payment
I am having a social care assessment in two weeks time. This was after chasing them up and to stop them passing me around between two departments. Depending on the outcome I don't want the direct payments anymore. So example one, I move into sheltered housing, if I need care and or support, where does it come from without…
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I have had a Ct Scan on Saturday
Hi to All, I had a Ct Scan on Saturday Morning it will take 3 weeks to get my Results I'm told. I went to Urology today been told I need a Neuromodulator with a Remote control implanted in my back to stop the Bladder Spasms from happening but I will have to Wait Ages for it to be done. Amazingblazing628.
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Hi, my name is Littlemermaid19! I’m hoping I can find recommendations for mobility scooter...
Hi, thank you for having me and hello. I am a married, retired lady with numerous health conditions but mostly these revolve around joint and muscle problems, chronic pain and mobility challenges. I’m hoping I can find recommendations for a light, comfortable, folding mobility scooter that I can set up and down on my own…
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Hi, my name is GeorgeM! Kymco Mini Comfort mobility scooter...
Kymco Mini Comfort mobility scooter I recently replaced the burnt out motor but was still continuing to show a 9 flash fault code. Guessed the initial motor issue had also damaged the controller unit, so have also replaced that. It is now showing the following flash codes. On initially switching on it shows; 5 short…
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Hi, my name is Tinalina! Who can sign Power of Attorney paperwork?
Hello, I am trying to create poa for my sister and I am trying to find out who can sign the poa paperwork known as certificate person please
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Hi, my name is Smelly123! booking a holiday this year but never been away in my wheelchair...
Hi, thinking of booking a holiday this year but never been away in my wheelchair yet so may need to ask for some advice.
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U.c will End me
I have just had a message to check my journal.This in itself gave me HUGE anxiety.And now it's telling me again that because I get Esa it's affecting my U.c and I heed to let them know.I literally can't go on with this stress anymore I'm done
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Hi, my name is Shazza1983_! Where can I get help with furniture?
Hello I'm Sharon
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Hi, my name is Issy12345! I am disabled and almost 80. Where I live there is a problem with parking
Hello. I am disabled and almost 80. Where I live there is a problem with parking, I have a blue badge but I need flintshire council to paint a disability bay. My spinal cord is compressed and I can't carry shopping. Can you help please.
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Handy person
Hi Everyone Does anyone know of a handyman / oddjob person in the south Birmingham area that could do odd jobs like change a lightbulb?
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Worried worried worried.
My mind is constantly full of the upcoming Change from iresa to UC ,I mean every waking moment, my sleeps terrible over 40 years, so in between snippets of actual sleep i wake and it's there to the forefront of my mind, also.I dread the uc letter.Dread isn't even a strong enough word., My pip ends sept next year and I know…
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Hi, my name is redredwine! I am a super survivor who has been mistreated by local council & its...
I am a super survivor who has been mistreated by local council & its statutory partners. I just read about how badly they are treating vulnerable disabled young old anyone they pick on just because the watchdogs are turning g a blind eye and do not care. What is the answer? CLASS ACTION & case law? Yes it is the best option
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Abracadabra
I'm utterly OBSESSED!.I love this tune,the dancing,lady Gaga.Thus is just a WHOLE other level of sheer gorgeous ness
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Hi, my name is rocketman! I am currently on universal credit and I have no shoes ...
Hi there I am currently on universal credit and I have no shoes as they have holes in them and I have one pair of trousers and a t-shirt and jacket which are battered and bruised and unwearable now will I be able to get a budgeting advance for these items as I can't even leave the house
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Hi, my name is Dean I live with my mum who is in receipt of her state pension and attendance...
I live with my mum who is in receipt of her state pension and attendance allowance at the higher rate and I would like to know as I Work does my mum qualify for housing benefit. The house is in her name but I’ve been paying the rent. I’m not sure if this is right or wrong.
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Hi, my name is greenwoodlee35! I have arthritis in my joints and the cold is causing me pain ...
Hi I have arthritis in my joints and the cold is causing me pain alot so is there an chance I could get an electric blanket y
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Disabled needs a garden path
I am a amputee (left leg above knee) and wheelchair bound, I love my garden and even came 3rd in the Headland Garden Competition. Now I cannot even get along my garden as I need a path fitted. I tried the Council and 13 but got nowhere. I am now starting to get very depressed watching my garden get no attention by me. All…
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Hi, my name is ilomilo11! Called for jury service and dismissed, will I be called again?
Hi I was called for jury service in Glasgow in 2023 I was been excused because of mental health issues I was then called again last week I sent them my doctors letter information and was excused again This time the doctor informed them that I have long term mental health problems and physical health issues which are…
