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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.
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Worried my partner long time care
Hi I social worker set set come around see my partner next week since both live together since she getting care at moment and I’m getting care soon I want ask reason social worker is coming around to move on long team care and I worried put her in a home since she getting care our flat I want her get long term care but I…
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ADHD: PIP consultation and perceptions
Hi, I'm new. I'm 41 and I've just had my PIP consultation phonecall this morning. I have ADHD, Auditory Processing Disorder and without doubt some co-morbid learning issues. From the way the consultant focused the questions, it was definitely his impression that ADHD is a mental illness, not a hard-wired neurological…
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PIP review what to expect?
Hi all hope everyone had a nice Xmas day. I've just had my text message yesterday! telling me I'm up for my first pip review & I'm worried about it.I was diagnosed with cancer & a brain tumour 5 years ago, 3 years ago I had to give up working due to constant chronic fatigue mainly from my brain tumour. I applied for PIP…
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Concerned
Hi everyone just a quick one I have a 29 year old disabled daughter she gets dla or pip top rate she also gets a mobility car so my worries are her mum and mum’s partner my daughters stepdad use her car for work my daughter has to get the bus nearly every time she goes out she misses loads of hospital appointments because…
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Disability benefits and new DWP law
I feel so guilty I spend my disability money on things I want (after paying for what I need), people say that you should treat disability money like a job pays you but this new law is making me so scared like am I spending my money wrong? Am I using my income wrong? I'm sorry I know this might seem odd but it's genuinely…
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Hi, my name is Sunny_D! Does anyone else feel that they get treated like a second-class citizen?
Does any other disabled person feel that they get treated like a second class citizen? I get fed up not being able to access the most basic facilities that able bodied people take for granted. Whilst shopping in the Trafford Centre I was unable to access the disabled toilet because it was locked. To gain entry I needed to…
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Hi, my name is Bakes57! I need some advice, disability discrimination?
I need some advice if anyone has any it would be greatly appreciated: I was staying at an overnight spa and during a treatment they had an unexpected power cut. They advised all members to go into a certain area or their rooms and would update as much as possible. However, when I asked how I would get down they advised…
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Hospital Patient Transport refusal
I'm not sure where to post this but I think I've been discriminated against. I have Fibromyalgia and severe anxiety. I very rarely leave the house. I get PIP Standard Daily Living, Enhanced Mobility and UC LCWRA. I live with my Mum who is my carer. I cannot "undertake an unfamiliar journey" or mobilise more than 50m. A…
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Tories have scrapped disability minister role
following on from other posts, it's now confirmed that the tories have scrapped the minister for disabled people role. link: No 10 accused of 'appalling' backwards step after scrapping disabilities minister role | ITV News this is no huge loss in practise. if anything it's better. after all, they're now being honest about…
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Do we have rights to go to the front of queues?
So I use my local community foodhub where you pay £5 to access their community shop. It's a way that stop food waste. The issue I'm having is that it's very popular and you have to queue about an hour before to be able to get the best shop. I have an incomplete spinal cord injury and walk with a crutch and leg splint. I…
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Hi to everyone.
I am new to this group and only joined a couple of days ago. I am a type 1 diabetic 42 years, I have stage 3 CKD, Hypothyroidism, Coeliac, and have a Hiatus Hernia. Wow! I sound like a real moaner. Can anyone tell me what I should, or could, be claiming? I am still working however I am 66 in March next year (2024) but…
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Has Adult Services breached the law?
Hi, I'm not really sure where to start but was wondering if Adult Services has breached the law? I have multiple on going issues, such as issues with my housing, and a major issue, my mental health. I have Autism/Asperger's, and other issues, one being my mind is a mess, I'm not thinking clearly or right. My housing…
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not visable
hi, i have a rare disease called myasthenia gravis which is not always visable. quite often if i ask to pay for a disabled entrance discount for a day out i get asked for proof. is there a card i could or should carry
