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Feeling guilty because I didn't do a workout ( on my period ) adhd autism
Hello, I usually like to stick to a routine because it helps me focus my mind and keep my thoughts in check. As someone with autism, I often struggle with boredom and frustration, which can make me feel angry and uncomfortable. That's why working out is so important to me! Tonight, I was hoping to push myself, but I'm just…
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February challenge
Hi everyone thank you to the lovely @Albus_Scope for sharing this opportunity I'm doing the fitness challenge in February I thought I would set up this thread to share our journeys
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Good morning People!
Just a quick one.If you get a PIP reassement form and you fill it,sent it is there any chance once you filled that form after they will receive it so they increase your rate for example from 270 to full rate 570?Thx in advance for all the advices!
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Need advice after awful pip assessor experience
Hi was hoping for some advice and support. Sorry if this is long winded but feeling really upset about what's gone on. I have ME , fibromyalgia, vertigo ,depression, anxiety and PTSD and the most serious thing I contend with are chronic hemiplegic migraines which mimic stroke . I've unfortunately had some bad luck and…
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Blue badge and pip help needed!
Does anyone know if the council can turn down a blue badge even if you have the mobility element of the pip award or can't they do that?
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Anyone know how I get a support worker and also get assessed for equipment in my home from council?
My mobility is getting worse and need to be assessed by health care in the council. Will they give me a support worker and aids etc like a walk in shower at all? Thanks
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Please help!
Is it normal for pip to run out the same day as your blue badge does anyone know?
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Arranging financial security for daughter's future - what to do?
Hi. We have a disabled daughter and obviously are not going to be around for ever to look after her. We're flummoxed about what to do now in order to ensure she has financial security in the future, does anyone else have experience of this please, or advice for us on where to start?
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Advocacy
Hi, I have difficulties communicating and about to pursue an autism diagnosis. Have managed all my life academically and professionally (not always easy or perfect but manageable) but found myself struggling to communicate effectively with the vast numbers of professionals/officials in my son’s life. I have disclosed needs…
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advocacy doesnt exist for gp appointments
No advocacy exists and its impossible to get someone to go to drs with you for neutral person so you can get fair competent service. why? All public services either provided or outsourced dont seem to offer fair access. The receptionist tried to help but even ended up talking with me infront of reception waiting area with…
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Help I'm confused
Hi All, new to the site but not new to disability. I'm on PIP, UC, Housing etc and don't work. I want to start a business (Self employed) and be a partner with my wife who is my carer. But I am concerned about money and my benefits. I want to work part time (Not sure if it's gonna be 14 or 20 hours a week) but what would…
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Anyone faced this or similar?
Thanks in advance for reading this, I'm way out of my depth. We live in Wales in an adapted bungalow, both 70 with physical disabilities and I'm having an op anytime now to remove a large growth next to bowel. Council have arranged for heating and boiling to be changed which is great. Problem is the contractors want us to…
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Continuing healthcare
What exactly is "Continuing healthcare" ?Who does it apply to Is there any downside to it ?It appears that no savings are taken into account ??
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Do I have to disclose my sisters financial affairs to her supported living providers?
Hi all, I'm new here. I'm in need of some advice please. My sister lives in supported living and has done for about 6 years now. The providers where she lives are requesting to make all of her financial affairs, i.e benefits how much, when paid etc, if they have savings. I am their apointree and have POA and Seal with all…
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Daughter dropping out college early due to mental health
Hi all new to this my disabled daughter has decided to drop out collage due to mental health issues she 19 and we claim child tax credits she gets disability element and child benefit,we do pay this into her own bank account what happens to CTC and child benefit will this stop right away ? I’ve no idea thanks
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I’m Tired of Being an Activist Out of Necessity
Being disabled forces us to see inequality. It forces us to see inequality because, so often, we are on the receiving end of it. And so often, we have to advocate for our fundamental rights: healthcare, safety, respect, and life. We become activists speaking up for the rights of disabled people - campaigning, complaining,…
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PIP called back
Hi, new here. I had a pip assessment for PTSD and mobility at the begining if December. My form hadn't been sent to DWP by this Wednesday so I called them. The assessor office said it was at audit and they needed to clarify a few things before sending over to the DWP. I have just received the call and they wanted to know…
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Using the equality act to ask for a reasonable adjustment to remain with my GP after a house move
Hello, I am sorry if I am posting in the wrong place but I am in desperate need of help, I cannot stop having panic attack after learning from a receptionist that my GP practice does not cover the area I am being offered a move to, their coverage area end 2 roads away from mine, I was placed on the social housing list…
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This is a mixed bag.
I was reading a post on a site about man-made objects and how they were able to cut and transport Granite Blocks without chipping, or, wearing the faces, and also not cracking the blocks on transport, the latest one was 1650 TONS, one piece and better finish than a Lazer? The nearest quarry, hundreds of miles away? In…
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Hi to all I have bought a trike to Ride to lose weight
I have bought a trike to Ride as I have balance issues when walking I have been on the trike its Right Good I luv it. Going on it again tommorow. How long will it take me To Loose Weight Doing this. Sparklebright63.
