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Private rent
Hi l just need some advice l have been renting the same property for 11 years and have always been a good tenant and paid my rent on time. My husband had a accident couple a years ago and we are getting universal credit and pip because of long term disability my question is my landlord has decided to put the rent up and l…
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wheelchair prices and styles
Hi everyone - at the moment I'm using a self propelled chair on loan from the Red Cross. After that I want to get a powerchair but am bamboozled by the range of styles and prices. I've seen one I like from mobilitypluswheelchairs.co.uk at just over £1K, but wonder is it too cheap. So many styles and prices. How did…
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Hi, my name is Ahmed85! Accommodation Help
Hello I am physically disabled using wheelchair, I am 37 years old, I have two young children’s, we are homeless since June last year, council provide us emergency accommodation which one room sharing kitchen no accessible shower and toilet, we are suffering too much, I contact with my housing officer he answer me that i…
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House-sharing with other disabled people?
New to the forum - hi!So I'm ashamed at my ignorance on this, but I've been trying to work out whether house-sharing is a popular choice for disabled people to the extent that it's something that can be readily found. I've surfed the internet and asked local and national advice services but come up empty so far. So it's…
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Does anyone use a one-handed keyboard?
Is it worth changing from a normal one? Can anybody recommend a model?
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Hi, my name is Steveuk71! trying to move
Hi, I left a relationship about 5 years ago where i was mentally abused, i need to move from the area i'm living as it's bringing back memory's, i'm trying to move but i'm finding it hard because i'm universal credit
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Mobility scooter storage
Hi all, I have a mobility scooter which I store away from the path under a rain cover . My housing association refused a mobility scooter shed and I am waiting to hear back if I can keep the scooter . It’s in dead space which doesn’t get used . I have FND and my scooter is essential as my legs don’t work some days . I was…
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Hi, my name is biilyboom24! I live in sheltered accommodation band e
Hi can somebody help with my living arrangements I live in sheltered accommodation for last two year through fusion housing kirklees iam on band e because I owe rent areas I have heath issues arthritis in shoulders elbow fingers hips and knees I get pip lcwra but still can't get out of here I have ask for help with my…
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Hi, my name is philphil1950! Help with a new mattress
Hi to everyone . I was wondering if it’s possible to get help with a new mattress? I am on attendance Allowance and have numerous health issues . I am 73 and male .
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Housing Associations Responsibility.
My first post. My daughter has been asking her local housing association about safety for her two young ASD children, asking if they would be able to erect a fence in order to protect her children from hurting them self on her next door neighbours fence and shrubs which are in disrepair. In this case it would be impossible…
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Eligible housing services for me??? Need advice.
Hello, Long post apologies. I'm male 36 years old, recovering alcoholic 4 years sober. Up until 4 years ago I drank everyday for almost 18 years (reasons will become clear below) I live with severe anxiety/depression I got signed off work a few years back, I'm currently awaiting an assessment for ADHD and possibly Autism…
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Homeless for 20 months
This discussion was created from comments split from: Chat communities.
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Move house
Hi I'm philip I live in Monmouth and we are trying to move to a 2 bedroom bungalow in Monmouth because our granddaughter is coming. To live with us I have learning disabilities and sleep apnea and epilepsy I have other health issues as well I have ot helping us trying to move up the bidding I'm about 20 on the houseing…
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Royal Mail Deliveries (Signature)
Hi, I'm having a real problem with Royal Mail and wondered if anyone has found a way around it. I'm housebound and cannot get to any shop at all. This means I'm reliant on a relative bringing a few groceries once a week (can't use supermarket delivery for reasons below) and for everything else, I have to order online to be…
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Need some advice please
Can you give me abit of advice please? what happens with my benefits, once i sign for the tenancy on property. I am on esa and pip. what help is there for someone that hasnt got anything. I have been offered a flat in a lovely area, It's been worth the wait as its a new build.. i know this might sound silly but as its a 1…
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Help with gardening.
I'm not sure if this is the correct discussion to put this in but I thought it was the closest one to my question. I have lived in my council house for 20+ years and since my disability started, 5 years ago, I've been struggling to maintain the gardens. Both the front and back gardens are overgrown severely. It affects my…
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broken tenancy council tax
Can anyone advise me on a matter thats causing me distress. I got offered a flat in october and it ended in january. The reason why the tenancy broke is because i couldnt get any energy into the flat by way of the only one supplier not letting go of an previous account tenancy in arrears. Within a month the flat was…
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Does PIP count towards private rental allowance?
Hello! I have several health conditions and am privately renting at the moment with my lease ending soon. I am trying to work full time but may be having to cut my hours due to my health. I am also wanting to move back to my home town after a relationship breakdown to get more support and care from friends and family. But…
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Private rented landlord.
Hi my ex partner is due to move out our private rented home soon. I’m scared about telling my landlord that he will be as I am on benefits and have 2 children but could afford the rent. Can my landlord issue me a section 21 if I told him this? Is it illegal? Will UC tell my landlord and what happens to my joint UC…
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Hi, my name is mobility1! I need a rise and recliner chair with heat and massage
I need a rise and recliner chair with heat and massage, I can't get finance and need help to purchase the chair. Any help would be appreciated
