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Rights are not for sale
Hello there I am self representing at an employment tribunal against an international company with no legal or practical help whatsoever I am autistic and now have an official diagnosis of cptsd I have won the right to a five day public hearing in Cardiff the company has tried to settle out of court to buy my silence yet…
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Hospital
Well that,was an eventful afternoon. For the past year and half I have been taking medication for parkinsons as was diagnosed with it. After todays visit the pd specialist says " I do not have pd and he doesn't know what's wrong with me as he is not a neurologist just a pd specialist". So that's all that time taking…
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Frustration and upset
Recently been through a little nightmare... So whilst working one day my shoulder started really hurting and to cut a very long story short here I am 2 months later no use of my arm and in tremendous pain. Its got to the point where I have to get my partner who is working full time and enjoys his job, to look after me when…
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'Heat, eat or ventilate – the impossible choice facing disabled people'
We're all being impacted by the cost of living crisis, but disabled people may be particularly badly affected. I know that this can be an upsetting topic to talk about, and that it's something we've been chatting about quite a lot on the community. Feel free to give this discussion a miss if you need to take a bit of a…
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Pip eligibility with a care package from social services
Hello I was wondering if anyone can help me please. I am moving into my own flat (low level support) which is funded by housing benefit. I need to have a care package to qualify to be there which us funded by the council. (My social worker does paperwork) I am entitled to section 117 aftercare. Can I still claim pip for…
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Hi, I am after some advice around terminology
Hi All, I am a full time wheelchair user due to a spinal cord injury (T9/10 incomplete) along with some issues including Heart Issues (Have had 1 heart attack and 6 cardiac arrests). I became disabled almost 5 years ago and I work for a holiday resort in Wales and am in charge of analytics and data. We are in the process…
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'Twitter's layoffs are a blow to accessibility'
Wired: Twitter’s Layoffs Are a Blow to Accessibility Over to you... Do you think Elon Musk is justified in his decision? Can you think of another example of where accessibility has been deprioritised on a digital platform? Do you use Twitter? Have you noticed any changes?
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Hi, my name is MartinLanterneRouge! Is the Dublin Castle in Camden accessible?
Hi, I live in manchester, I'm planning a trip to London. Does anyone know if the Dublin Castle in Camden has accessibility? Nothing on trip advisor or their website...
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Live: Your Thoughts on the Autumn Budget
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is set to announce his Autumn Budget this morning. You can follow what he says live on the BBC website. Share your thoughts with us below!
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Help keeping warm.
Is it true that get electric blanket for myself can be in bed for a few days. And a gillet that’s heats up for my son who has severe CP? Thank you in advance
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Warm home discount not approved this year any one have an idea on how to appeal that
Warm home discount not approved this year any one have an idea on how to appeal that
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Continuously fobbed off by British Gas
I'm down as being a Vulnerable British Gas Customer. I now feel this just means they feel I'm even less important. Their workman broke my pay as you go metre and now they have ran both myself and my voluntary carer ragged trying to load a new PAYG card. They keep pushing for me to go onto a smart metre but I know I have…
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What Jeremy Hunt's statement means for you
What Jeremy Hunt's statement means for you The new Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, has been making announcements about Government policy changes today. Here are some of the headlines, taken from BBC News: * Reduced support with energy bills * Income tax cut is cancelled * Little chance of mortgage rates dropping immediately *…
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Anyone else concerned with the budget on Thursday?
Good Afternoon i just wondered if anybody else is concerned with the budget on Thursday i hear the goverment are going to get there savings from the disabled is this taking money away or making it means tested or is this help in the community i suffer with mobility and bipolar I’m now really worrying about what might…
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Why are Non Visible Disabilities so poorly treated/Judged , by the general public.
Hi.. Though i know some of the reasons behind such behaviour (People looking you up and down,assessing you! and they're often quite happy, for you to see them do it) Ive noticed these occurrences ,seem to be on the rise.(No i have not done a Callup pole ) But ive experienced peoples brazen regard, towards people with blue…
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Hi, my name is kevster62! Is a lasting power of attorney advisable?
Hi, my name is Kev , looking forwardto being part of the community even thoughI don't get much time to fully take part. sorry if some messages go un-answered!
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Suprapubic catheter
Dear community friends my doctor suggested I should have one of these. Can anyone give me information are they comfortable do they help quality of life.
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Care campaign
Hi Does anyone else have a story when living in supported living feel like your place inappropriate, Constantly fighting for your hours. The support not trained in care needs adequate level you are not alone I what put campaign together to challenge company and Government to make sure they have more choice not cheapest,…
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Is there no disability charity support for life ease especially food and mobility in M'Boro?
I'm just curious because as a disabled person it's been hectic
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Car insurance refused to offer me monthly DD's for my renewal.
Hi Thanks,
