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Social housing
I wondered if someone could help me please, with social housing rules, I came homeless with my family in October 2021 nd we were for 6 months in the hospital after the the sity council proved me temporary accommodation in March 2023 until now still in the problems I came ill I had a lot of health issues as physically and…
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Social housing oven rules
Hello all I wondered if someone could help me please, with social housing rules on supplying an oven. I have been looking online it is saying... if you rent a property it must be fitted, This is fairly new, it came in with the Fitness for Human Habitation Act 2018 which came into force March 2019. It modifies Section 10 of…
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Discretionary housing payment processing time
Hiya, quick question.. I recently applied for a discretionary housing payment which I received a email last Friday saying I have been awarded a single payment to help clear my rent arrears, I was just wondering if anyone knows how long it will take to receive the payment? As today I've had another letter regarding my…
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Looking for a comfy chair that helps my bottom and back
I have a huge leather recliner that everyone thinks is very comfy, except me. My back hurts my bottom feels so sore all the time my feet don't even touch the floor when I'm sat on it. It's a lovely chair just not right for me What type of chair should I be looking for? I cannot afford a new one so has to be a 2nd hand one.…
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Moving out
I’m on UC LCWRA and PIP looking to move out of my parents home, I don’t pay any rent but I’ve read I can’t claim housing benefits if I live with any close relatives, does that mean I have to find somewhere to live first?. Is there any advice anybody can give me about receiving any help to rent somewhere or is that just not…
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active vs electric wheelchair vs power add-on
hi, I'm Theo I'm 18 and I am hoping to go to uni next year. I use a wheelchair due to chronic pain and fatigue and walking difficulties. However I currently just have a standard off the shelf one, and I am looking to buy a better one custom for me so that it is the right size and comfortable for everyday use at uni. I…
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In much need of some advice
Hi to everyone, I'm due to move into a council property in 2 weeks. Due to emotional and sexual abuse I was prioritized as high risk living where I'm living. Happy to be moving and be free from the abuse. I'm disabled and feel so worried as moving into new home with nothing except the my clothes any advice be really…
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New here - Any NG and PEG advice please
I am in hospital currently- awaiting a peg tube insertion next week, following an mdt that has said NG is no longer a safe enough intermittent solution to my problems- it has served me well for the last 27 years and i can’t wrap my head around their policy being my problem- and now face a permanent peg I don’t want, still…
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Suggestions for an accessible supermarket trolley design?
Hello everyone,I am a college student and I am currently completing a product design project. The project is about designing a supermarket trolley that is convenient for disabled people to use. I would like to ask if you have any suggestions, or can you share with me your experience of using supermarket trolleys. I would…
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Hi, my name is shazzabazza! Can my park owner refuse to show me the bill agreements?
Can my park owner refuse to show me the Electricity, Gas and Water bill agreements? If they do what can I do about it?
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Hospital/GP/Housing Advice?
I want to see my Doctor, but for a specific date-Feb next year.But I cannot even get an appointment not now or for next year. I have been having problems with the neighbours (I have asked on the forum for advice on this) but also the H.A.For over thirty years I have been, bullied and harrased by neighbours and H.A.A friend…
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Landlord seeking possession after housing benefit problem - what can I do?
Hi i am in desperate need of advice please…I am a secure council tenant of 5 years,I have suffered from severe heart failure for over 10 years and am unable to work… housing benefit has always paid my rent and I have never had any problems until recently where they have insisted they have overpaid me and their unreasonable…
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Mobility scooters or wheelchairs
Hi. I have grade 4 osteoarthritis in both knees and walking is a real struggle now. Would u recommend a mobility scooter or wheelchair and does anyone know how I go about getting one? Are there charities that donate them as money is really tight. Thanks for listening Andrea (54 yr old from slough)
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ECG monitors
I am looking at ECG monitors and see that they are generally around £100I have found an alternative at £67 that does a lot more - a "Vitality Watch"https://tinyurl.com/musmmm7mI wondered what the forum thought about it ?
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Support Charge Mandatory
I'm bidding on a bungalow through my local council,the rent is £101.78 per week and Service Charge £39.39 a week,i assume UC would cover these costs? It has a Support Charge which is mandatory of £21.90 a week,would UC cover this or is it something i would have to pay myself?
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Has anyone invested in a mattress or bed to alleviate or prevent pressure sores / ulcers?
This discussion was created from comments split from: Pressure sores..
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Problems with my flat and Redditch council
I need a better housing but Redditch Council give one house it want not for me and partner there give us a flat but it tiny to pair to my flat and say me I got lower band that take years to get nothing my illness is getting declined it's day weeks months and year's can u help me thank you take care [Person information…
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Supported housing question
Hi I've just started my process with Swan to help at looking for independent supported housing, I mostly wanted the type where I get a flat and there's help accessible 24/7 I wondered how it was for others on here? Like how long it took to go through and to research, spend the night and then settle down? I'm 22 next year…
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I need a cleaner.
I’m diagnosed with MS. I have serious shoulder and arm issues. Apart from being fed up with not being able to keep my house clean, I’m sick of being ignored/forgotten about. So, my rant for the day would have to be, don’t be disabled unless you have loads of money. I am in [removed by moderator - personal information] and…
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Power assist
Hi, I am considering getting a power-assist for my wheelchair, think it's the best option to stay independent but active. Does anyone have experience with funding, possible charities who help? Thanks.
