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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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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.
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Looking for plumber
Hi my name is Zeljka and I am looking for a reliable plumber. Can anyone recommend somebody, thank you.
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LCWRA and moving in with partner
Hi, I’m looking for some advice regarding moving in with my partner and how this would affect my entitlement. I receive LCWRA via Universal Credit, while my partner is out of work and receives carers allowance, as he is a carer for his mother. He also receives occasional UC from what I know. If me and my partner were to…
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Housing benefit reviews
I have been reading up a lot about housing benefit and reviews as currently experiencing this. I was in receipt of hb as I was on ESA support group. I received confirmation of new rates in July, as I would be state pension age in august. 2 days after reaching state pension age, my hb was suspended and has remained so for 9…
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Housing
How are u guys, as someone with a disability, coping with sleeping on your parents couch or floor, managing the situation?
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Current ESA rules on purchasing a home for our disabled daughter currently receiving ESA and PIP
Hi Community I have read past posts going back some years, but would really like to know if any rules have changed on purchasing a home for our daughter. It is very worrying as currently she rents, these costs are increasing so rapidly not sure how much longer she can afford as she is single with no children. We would like…
