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Furniture
Hi my name is dawn. Im trying to find were there might be any second hand furniture stores that sell recondition sofas. Ive had mine 10 yrs now and its finally broken i cant afford to pay what they are selling sofas for just wondered if anyone knows of shops in wv14 area that sells second hsnd sofas for cheap please.
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Need help with garden.
Hi everyone, i am heartbroken that my lovley mum died in April last year. I am mentally and physically disabled (autism, anxiety, learning difficulties, speech difficulties and have to use a walking stick). My mum was also disabled(arthritis) however she and both of us have always tried to be independent. However the…
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support with rent
after 2 years of bidding ive finally found a private rent property but i need a months rent upfront ive just lost my dad to lung cancer so dont have anyone to lend me dose anyone know if theres any support i can get that will help with
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Need an accessible bike
Hello, I am looking to source a bike suitable for a child who does not have any fingers to grip handlebars or pull brake leavers. Struggling to find a supplier that offers a solution, so any advice would be appreciated!
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Is this allowed?
So I used to live with some step parents unfortunately due to my mental and other medical issues used to create a lot arguments and not good situations so my birth parents have rented a flat from private landlord. i moved several months ago and sent journal message and they said they wanted see tenancy agreement etc(what I…
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Hi, my name is BVG! Advice about Smart Drives and power / braking attachments.
Hello, I’m here to ask for some advise please. I am looking for a, small as possible, powered attachment that is quick and easy to attach and remove, for a light weight rigid frame manual wheelchair. The terrain it will be used on has very steep hills, which is also sometimes cobberly, so going up is very difficult, and…
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Shower insulated
Hi everyone 👋 hope you're all well please I need some advice I live in a council flat I have cerebral palsy also multiple arthritis. and my health has deteriorated I'm having problems getting out of the bath how do go about getting a a walk in shower any advice I would be very grateful warm regards Jacqueline
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Looking for a door closer device
I am looking for some way of pulling our living room door closed behind me from my wheelchair.I have found https://shop.disabilityhorizons.com/products/t-pull-door-closer-wheelchair-accessible-handle-interior-or-exterior-durable-swivels/But this doesn't look long enough and costs too much (£40) for a simple piece of…
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Benefits of using catering supplies
I’m hosting a party for the kid’s third
birthday. My friend, which is also my neighbour, advised me to get these catering supplies London [Removed by moderator - advertising], for an
obvious reason – they are cheaper. I’m curious, though. What other benefits can
I get if I use disposable catering supplies for the event?
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Question on adaptations to home - Social housing
I was placed into a housing association flat by my local council approx 2 years ago. It was never ideal (lots of steps down from parking area to front door etc) but I could cope. My joints, pain and fatigue have gotten much worse since then and I’m struggling more and more inside the flat. I used to be able to step into…
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Charging a Salsa mini quickie wheelchair
Do I need to turn the chair on - to charge it? I have read the instructions manual and if doesn't say. But the power meter lights only flash when it's turned on.....
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Moving out of mum's house as Universal Credit/PIP claimant.
Hello everyone. I've seen a couple of posts on this topic but am looking to get a more detailed picture of the process. My situation is that I am currently living with my mum and it is severely impacting my mental health. Without going into too much detail it involves me coming out as bisexual and being practically…
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Where do I go from here?
I need advice about the next steps I need to take. I have tried CAB on the phone but can't get through. I can't get through to Shelter either. I was moved to the flat I am currently in due to a management move after being attacked by a former neighbour who was found guilty recently in court. I have been in the middle of…
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Difference between Velobike and Green Power mobility scooter
Hi! My name is Karen and I am looking for a mobility scooter for my elderly mother- she is in her late 70's. Mum is still out and about a lot, but due to her diabetis I want to make sure she has no problems with her mobility. And now I am about to choose the scooter for her. I get these calls from Green Power, I looked…
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About me and partner saveings telling cancuil
Hi I’m in very bad place at moment I told dwp about my me and my partner savings now got a letter about housing benefit now I got tell them about my savings on Monday so I won’t get into trouble or will I and could lose housing benefit since both disabled can’t work so want info on here of cancuil .
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Social Housing -Service Standards
I am a member of the DLUHC Social Housing Quality Panel, and vice chair of my own Housing association "customer voice". Do you think there should be Disability Service Standard? If so, what do you think should be included?
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Housing
i was on the edge yesterday after my neighbour was banging on my door and trying to put the key inside my lock i was calling Samaritans 4 times yesterday
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Thrown Out Last Month / Sleeping on Sofa. Is there anything I can do to stop me being discriminated?
I was unfortunately thrown out of the home I grew up in for 31 years last month, I am 34, autistic and work part time. I have had some mental health issues due to a bereavement, and my father subjected me to various minority slurs and name calling before he made it clear he’d had it with me and wanted me to leave. I sleep…
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Housing overcrowded
Can anyone advise me. I have 2 children 14 and 16, boy and girl, my son has a disability and is awarded enhanced PIP for care and mobility, however the council will not acknowledge my sons disability and we are stuck in a 2 bed property. The council will only accept us on a transfer list for overcrowding but not…
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Hi, my name is Vycky5124! joined for housing advice & how to get ahead with rent applications
Hello Scope Community! I am new here! Joining Scope for housing advice mainly & advice on rights
