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Another day
Another day of gut wrenching anxiety it's unbearable I try breathing splashing cold water ! When I go to cmht I mask I find it hard to drop the mask and make out I'm OK when not meant to go for appointment at 11 my mind won't let me how yo push through I find it impossible face to face don't want to be seen
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Wheres the jobs
So say this workwell starts where are the jobs for 1.6 million who are disabled are they going to dress it up in a pretty box with bow tie? Saying we will help and support people back into work when thiers not enough staff to help us will we literally been thrown to the lions
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Coping mechanisms
How are people coping with lack of information regarding labours manifesto not mentioning disabled people I'm finding it incredibly hard cant focus on anything sleeping eating not good I'm scared pls excuse spelling I'm trying breathing exercises distraction techniques but still come back to total terror cant speak to…
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Question
OK say labour says we all have to go back to work hypothetical how long would it take for it all to ne set in place one two years ??
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NAS autism survey - now closed
Are you autistic, an autistic person’s parent/carer, or close family member? We are planning some campaigns to improve public awareness and attitudes towards autism, and we need your help. We’d love it if you could take our survey and share your views and experiences. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete and…
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Long Haule Plane Seat
Afternoon All, I am desperate for some help and advice please. If I wanted to go on a long haul flight I would have to pay for an upgraded seat due to all my health issues which I can’t afford and I feel like I being penalised by the airlines is there anything I can do. I have a nerve impingement in my neck which means for…
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They don't care
You'd get better treatment and rights as a convict refugees WHY are they always targeting us what charities are on to them how much more can we take I'm on the edge one minute trying to stay grounded the next thinking of ways to exit unbearable
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Assistance dog co~op
I’ve had an assistance dog for 12 yrs with me in the co op no problem, I lost him this the start of this year, my daughter found me a pup to become my assistance dog and went in no problem a month ago an email had gone round banning me from taking her in, she has the lead and jacket explaining who she is I’ve done the…
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Sorry
Oh OK sorry I'm no good online clueless how it works sorry
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Should The Government Be Taken To Court Of PIP Denied Claims Who Win After Appeal
I am just wondering how many people believe that an investigation should take place and legal action taken against the Government for people who were turned down by PIP to only be given PIP on appeal. A large number of people who were turned down by PIP are put off appealing. Some never claim again due to the stress, and…
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Down’s syndrome brother
hi everyone my brother had Down’s syndrome who lives with our mum who is getting on in life so I down most of the care for them both. Here’s the question what will happen to my brother when something happens to Mum will I need to get power of attorney as I also have older siblings who do very little to help my mum and…
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What is Labour's policy on PIP
I spoke to my Labour MP about my worry of cash payments being stopped to ask about what the Labour Policy is if any on reform But couldn't get a straight answer?!
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Could you take part in our Election Accessibility Survey?
Disabled people often face barriers to both voting, and getting information in the run up to an election. Take our survey about how accessible elections are for disabled people. We'll share the information you provide with people running to be an MP so they can create an accessible campaign and understand why it is so…
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Dla , uc and travelling aboard
Hello i have my autistic child of 6 yold and i am single mother as well. I have dla, carer and universal.i took my girl in ireland up to one month because i know that you have to tell if u go aboard if is more than one month. Normally was fir a week but she got sick and i couldn t travel soon so i stick there at my friends…
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General Election 2024: What are the biggest issues you're facing?
Hi all :) Happy New Year! I hope you're all as well as can be. 2024 is set to be a big year. It'll bring a general election (probably nearer the end of the year), and more opportunities for our voices to be heard. We’re writing a manifesto ahead of the general election. It'll cover a range of issues disabled people and…
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Accessible toilets at festivals
I'm went to Glastonbury last week and had a wonderful time though I was worried about dealing with my impairment at such a busy festival. Unfortunately I had a bit of any issue using an accessible toilet and thought I would share my experience. After a lovely day, we went up to the stone circle to watch the fireworks, my…
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Migration letters
Hi just need abit of advice. I am on esa in the support group aswell as enhanced pip. Will I be affected by this migration letters that are been sent out soon to switch to universal credit. I am abit confused if anyone can shed any light please
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Can my sheltered housing landlord forbid me from charging my powerchair indoors?
hi I’m Craftypoppysmith, I have happily lived independently (with support) in sheltered housing for 5 years. It’s a small place with 8 flats plus communal spaces. I’ve always charged my wheelchair indoors overnight in a corridor. All of a sudden I’ve been told it has to be charged outdoors. This is against the…
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Not enough representation of disabled people in parliament.
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No magic helper elf
Another grouch of mine, particularly since I’m asking for so excessively little – info it’d take 5 minutes to put on a website but they just don’t have the imagination. That’s the generous explanation. Warning: this is lo-o-n-g. Magic helper elves abound. Lemme set the scene. I’m single and always have been, used to doing…
