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Housing, transport, and independent living

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Announcement Grace_Scope 77 views 3 comments 1 point Most recent by Ross_Scope September 2021
30 years old and want to look at getting my own place. What is the first thing I need to do ?

Bpositive91 49 views 11 comments 0 points Most recent by poppy123456 June 28
Moving out feels like a pipe dream

sadfairy 36 views 5 comments 0 points Most recent by Teigr June 28
gas bill shock

happyfella 52 views 7 comments 0 points Most recent by woodbine June 27
Hi, my name is Susan. Are there grants available that could help me get a stairlift?

susanselby702022 26 views 2 comments 0 points Most recent by poppy123456 June 27
HIU Water Temperature and hot water rules for disabled

Steve_in_The_City 33 views 5 comments 0 points Most recent by Steve_in_The_City June 26
Hi, I'm lonelymum20! Does anyone know where I could get help with decluttering/cleaning my house?

lonelymum20 132 views 6 comments 0 points Most recent by Biblioklept June 26
I asked for assistance on my flights. They've refused it at Gatwick, but will give it on return

Tudor2122 70 views 9 comments 0 points Most recent by Siwheels73 June 24
Looking to move out at some point

wandering_chris 27 views 2 comments 0 points Most recent by L_Volunteer June 24
Autism, young adult, independent living, PIP, Housing help

RJS67 53 views 6 comments 0 points Most recent by RJS67 June 21
Lcwra support group/ pip with both enhanced rate for living & mobility

Xrp2022 40 views 4 comments 0 points Most recent by poppy123456 June 20
Hi, my name is wintermum80! How should I go about getting a PA?

wintermum80 47 views 4 comments 0 points Most recent by JustPete June 20
how to remove tree sap from car without damaging paint?

System 6 views 1 comment 0 points Most recent by System June 18
Countryside

Maurice123 22 views 1 comment 0 points Most recent by 66Mustang June 17
House-sharing with other disabled people?

Spoonbill 96 views 12 comments 0 points Most recent by Spoonbill June 16
Housing. How can I get a 2 bed?

leeroy1 99 views 11 comments 0 points Most recent by Spoonbill June 16
Hi, my name is nrokia! I'm struggling to find a wheelchair accessible 3 bedroom house to rent

nrokia 38 views 2 comments 0 points Most recent by nrokia June 15
housing. When will there be safe and suitable accommodation for people with disabilities?

sben 210 views 9 comments 0 points Most recent by Spoonbill June 14
Making Sure That You Are Listed As A Named Driver on Your Motability Vehicle

Sunshinerobin 27 views 1 comment 0 points Most recent by poppy123456 June 13
Road tax for a friend?

System 15 views 3 comments 0 points Most recent by SueHeath June 13
double glazing help (to upgrade to) and house repairs please

ooo1 20 views 2 comments 0 points Most recent by SueHeath June 13

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