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Hi, my name is ROOdRecords! Problems with my housing, any advice?
I was told when I moved in property that they had the .only to sort the kitchen out with new cupboards worktops etc... nothing got done in 13+ years. Next issue is I asked for the gas supply to be capped as there was only a water boiler (failed gas check) which landlord didn't believe me when I told them and a gas fire ..…
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Disability and faith
Hi! Can a Housing Association ask what my disability and religion is and can they ask for proof if I’m having problems with harassment from a neighbour due to my D&R?
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Interfacing a Monarch Smarti scooter to an existing AutoChair hoist
Many years ago I had a acquired a second hand AutoChair hoist fitted into my car. The local mobility garage gave me a contact that acted on behalf of AutoChair and acquired the fitting adaptors to my car and hoist. My disability has further deteriorated in that the previous scooter could no longer be used. My wife was…
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I need help with non dependent adult
Hi I need some help So I have a form I’m filling in I live with my dad in his house He gets housing benefits so I’m a non dependent for him as I’m in his house and on this form it’s asking does any non dependent adults live with you I have said no because it’s not my house am I right in Doing that ?
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Hi, my name is TYNEFLEMING2001! Where can I get help with my garden in Edinburgh?
Hi I've just moved home by police after a violent relationship I have front & back garden but really need the front garden cut then after maintaining myself will be easier I also have bi polar disorder I would really appreciate any help advice
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Housing
Hi, I'm new to posting on this board but wondering if there is anyone out there who might be able to give some advice. I apologise in advance for what might be a very long post. I am an unpaid carer and live with my partner and my two Son's (aged 6 and the eldest is nearly 21 years old). I live in a two bedroom maisonette…
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Housing options
Hello everyone, My problem is that I need to move from my housing association house of 40 years because of my disability and not able to get upstairs now. My elderly friend living in a housing association bungalow has wanted me to come and stay with them but I am worried if I do I won’t be able to join their tenancy and…
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Hi, my name is crystallball! II need to know how to at a transfer from my two bed council house to..
II need to know how to at a transfer from my two bed council house to a bungalow as I'm now very disabled
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Hi, my name is glead23! I'm a new user looking for advice, last year I was given the motability...
Hello everyone I'm a new user looking for advice, last year I was given the motability part for pip, I have lived in this bungalow 5yrs, my last living at the family home 50yrs before my father passed away, I was his carer, when I moved into this one bed bungalow it is in a small cul-de-sac, the radius of the cul-de-sac is…
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Help with bills.
hello, my local council has finally accepted me on bidding on flats, after months of fighting and have been placed on band C. However, I understand band C isn’t top priority, but, I would like some advice, when I bid and if I get accepted by a place, can universal credit help me cover rent? As I have a disability, which…
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Do I Get Council Tax Reduction
Hi, just filling in my UC migration details. I got asked if I applied for Council Tax Reduction. I don't actually pay the tax as I'm on benefits and had a lot of help applying for whatever I receive as I moved into independent living from supported living. My bill says - Charge for period Band A = xxxx 25% Discount - 1…
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Hi, my name is alvb! My partner is on uc and at ymca how many nights a week is she allowed to ...
My partner is on uc and at ymca how many nights a week is she allowed to stay away for a max number of nights a week not including the weekend on a normal Monday to Friday
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Adult social services - many questions
I'm very confused and fustrated by what information I'm able to find about adult social services. So background, I've been referred to adult social services by DV worker and cpn due to difficulties maintaining my mental health and environment around me (aka messy house, forgetting to shower n eat, help harming behaviours,…
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53 year old homeless in Manchester
Hi I've been homeless since April 1st after leaving rehab. Council won't help as they say I have made myself intentionally homeless. I claim LCWRA and really need help finding somewhere to live. Any help or pointers would be massively appreciated.
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Hi, my name is sheannie! Are there any organisations that help with moving costs?
Hi I'm after some advice please .I'm moving home soon to be close to my family for health reason .dose anybody know of any organisation's to help with moving cost please
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Request for a Carers Bedroom
Greetings fellow Scope team/members Im new to this and being slightly autistic find forums a tad difficult to navigate, but I will try asking my questions on here and hope for the best… Hopefully the lovely Poppy will see this and put me at ease as ive noticed her name a lot over the months when ive been reading posts that…
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Housing
Hi I'm a pensioner who supports my son who has autism, he lives independently with my help. The issue we have is that he has copd asthma & high blood pressure. I have tried unsuccessfully to have him rehoused to a ground floor flat or bungalow with 2 bedrooms, so that I can have overnight stays with him because of his…
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Disposable swim pants
Hello, I am struggling to find any disposable swim pants to fit my 3 year autistic and non verbal son. He weighs 21kg and in 5-6 year clothes (hes very tall) and I can not seem to find any at all. Are they even a thing to fit this size/weight? Has someone been lucky enough to find any? Any help or pointers in the right…
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Hi, my name is mum123! Don't know where to start with potential house move, any advice?
hi I’m new to the sight and looking for support. Am disabled I also have an adult autistic/ADHD Son .
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Segway/standing mobility scooter
Hi, I wondered if there was such a thing as a disability designated Segway. I notice the actor Lenny Rush uses one and I wondered if they can be obtained in the UK and what the rules are. OT is currently looking at powered chair for my child to use in secondary school as the site is big, however he is ambulant (although…
