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Fast-tracked access to benefits for people with terminal illness expanded
Could this change affect you? What do you think of the change?
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Hi, I'm Georgiana_Scope! I'm a student social worker and want to hear your views!
Hi all, I have just joined Scope as a student social worker and want to hear your views on all things Scope and also what are your opinions about social work and social workers. Good or bad, I'd love to hear your views. I look forward to hearing from you. Best wishes
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Council Tax Bill
Disabled people need a change in the council tax bill system to ( All councils to apply to ) A reduction in there council tax bill as as a disabled person every council makes there own choices this needs to change as local council only gives discount if a room for a disabled person is set down stairs !!! It could be made…
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Detached
Hi ? everyone I haven’t been on for some time not been well and kinda busy how is everyone ??? lost here ? and everywhere else stressful times and not treated good from community services kinda closed door ? anyone feel a bad atmosphere :
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I'm looking to take my son who is in a wheelchair somewhere near Northampton. Any ideas?
I'm looking to take my son who is in wheelchair,somewhere near Northampton,need some ideas
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Disabled assist
I would like to advise you that I am a disabled person using a wheelchair to assist me to move around my areas and I would like to volunteer immediately as I desperately and feeling boredom and lonely. I have a lot of skills and experiences would like to teach them to other people with no money whatsoever.
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found international magizine opportunity
Hello all, Just entered these poems for the opportunity Time It's my time to shine. As I refine poetry each day. I know if I blink I will miss an opportunity. I think about drinking tea. Gives me time to see how to improve my poetry The word seems to roll off my tongue As swung my fingers into action As I get positive…
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What attributes have your impairment(s) given you?
This month is Disability Pride Month. A global celebration, originating in the USA, that seeks to reclaim disabled identities and overturn the myth that to have an impairment is a reason for exclusion. To learn more about the history of Disability Pride Month, what it is and how to get involved, visit blogger Jessica…
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Loneliness
Hi I have been a member on here for a long time but haven't really used this service. I suffer with fibromyalgia and ME and everything that goes with it .I have Compressed disc's in my lower back and have just found out I have 3 in my neck. After a break of 1 1/2 years due to covid I am finally getting injections in my…
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Out of area temporary accommodation. Who would do the OT assessment?
If I am placed in temporary accommodation in another council area who does the OT assessment if my health changes and I am less able to walk? The council area I live in now says it is the responsibility of the council that placed me here. Is that right?
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Life is'nt easy whether disabled or with a hidden illness
I have suffered with anxiety ,stress,worry,all my life,plus ME/CFS and now living alone those conditions have magnified. People see me as the person of fun and jollity but its all a front and i'm hurting. Every day i am confronted with things to deal with,things i cannot put off for another day. After living with my…
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Shining a light on unpaid carers
This past week (7-13 June 2021) has officially been Carers Week. An annual campaign dedicated to recognising the
challenges faced by unpaid carers and their contribution to the lives of
disabled people and families across the UK. To coincide with this event, Carers Week published new
research outlining unpaid carers fears…
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Give Them Wings - can you relate to Paul's story?
Today we hear from Paul Hodgson whose life story, based on growing up with cerebral palsy like symptoms, has been the inspiration for an award-winning film. Read on and watch the trailer to get insight into Paul's life as a young disabled man in Northern England in the 1960/70's. Paul's story Hi, my name is Paul; I’m from…
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How have you found the transition from legacy benefits to Universal Credit? Have your say
The Citizens Advice Research Citizens Advice are doing some research on understanding people’s experiences of moving from legacy benefits, such as Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Jobseekers Allowance, Income Support, Housing Benefit, and Working and Child Tax Credits, onto Universal Credit. They want to capture how…
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Do you have any thoughts on e-scooters?
Do you have any thoughts or experiences relating to e-scooters? We've been asked to ask you about what your thoughts on e-scooters are. These are motorised stand-up scooters that have become increasingly popular as a mode of transport. We're particularly interested to know whether you've had any negative experiences of…
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Hi, my name is darren1961! Free dental care for people on ESA or PIP?
Hi Everyone, I’ve just been following the discussion regarding free dental care. It says that if you or your partner receive ESA or PIP you are entitled to free dental care, does that mean that we are both entitled to it. Darren
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Support worker looking for accessible activity ideas in Scotland.
Hello, I’m looking for suggestions of places I can take some service users I support? I work with 8 adults with learning disabilities and are all wheelchair users. Places in Scotland thanks
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Using Covid as an excuse!
Since lockdown started we have tried to access (free) mobility scooters at High Elms Country park near our house. The story is that they cannot accept new users as they cannot supply training due to Covid. I find this ridiculous as the training will be outside and people can wear masks - shops are open, restaurants are…
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My husband is going back to work on Monday
He helps me with lots of things at home as I am unable to stand or walk. Now he's going back to work , I am worried that I won't be able to cope.
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Study Higher Accessibility in Higher Education Webinar
My name is Charlotte. I am an Outreach Hub Assistant to the Uni-Connect programme Study Higher. As an organisation, we aim to deliver impartial advice to young people in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Swindon about their future options in higher education. We also work with under-represented groups in higher…
