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Disabled Facilities Grant
Hi i applied for a DFG a few months ago today an assessor has been not sure if im at stage 2 or 3 of the application basically he went around the house looking at bathroom etc said about a wet room replacing the original bathroom i dont want a wet room i would like a walk in bath as my 2 youngest children suffer with…
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In social housing? Here's how to get your problems put right.
This last week has seen the roll out of a new government campaign 'Make things right'. Aimed at making the complaints process easier for social housing issues, the new approach sees just two steps to getting a resolution. The problem Everyone deserves a home that is safe, secure and well-maintained. However, it’s estimated…
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Moving to another Borough accessible level housing
Hi my name is Mrlyrics1234 how's everyone doing??
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Disabled Wheelchair User - Why is stuff dumped outside my home!?
I recently got housed after escaping domestic abuse by the council, and was high priority due to also being disabled and being in a wheelchair. I love my home, it’s a really nice quiet area and I do generally feel safe here. However, am I being unreasonable? (See photos) There is a bunch of building supplies that’s been…
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Hi, my name is BobT! Currently 'exploring' PIP etc. to see what assistance is available.
Hi :-) My wife has been diagnosed with Epidural Lipomatosis and is hopefully going to be discharged from hospital in a few days after having spent just over 5 weeks in there. My daughter (Chloe [removed by moderator - personal information]) suggested I join the community to share my wife's situation and see if anyone has…
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Couriers for second hand power chairs
Hello! Does anyone have any previous experience with selling or buying an electric wheelchair and using a courier? If so please could you advise which courier you used? And if the item got there safely? I'm struggling to get any quotes from companies! Thanks in advance for any help
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Snappi size 1 buggy accessories...
Hi all! My name's Tina and very recently my 4 yr old daughter received a Snappi size 1 buggy from NHS wheelchair service. It's great but I'm really struggling to find a sunshade/rain cover for it (still can't believe it doesn't come with one!) If anyone could give my advice or point me in the right direction I would really…
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Age Rated Properties
A local council has just built some new properties, listed as almshouses, they have allocated them as purely for over 55’s, whereas I am 49. Is there any jurisdiction to say this is against the law?
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advice needed for social housing
I would like some advice on the best way to attain points for priority housing in Stockport for a vulnerable person suffering from mental health problems including, social anxiety, general anxiety disorder and depression. He is currently living very unhappy in Wales and desperately wants to relocate back to Stockport to be…
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Don't no who i get help with to apply for proper driveway
Hi im sue and i’m new here , i wonderd if any body could help me , I am with Trafford Housing , i had a at room built downstairs quite a long time ago , but i can’t remember what i had to do or helped me , i kind of remember an occupational therapist and some people decided to do a wet room instead of stair lift and wet…
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Hi, my name is lewismgza! DHP payment advice
I’m moving into a new home and read about the DHP payment but when applying form local council(only have online form) it asking me when I moved in.. but I kind of need my rent in advance/deposit so what do I put. Do I lie and backdate it to cover the first month or two… or do I just put when I actually move there and they…
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Hi to all
Where can I buy a non expensive wheelchair from? I have a fracture in my back and also I have spinal cord compression I had an xray three weeks ago and and mri 2 weeks ago going to phyisio on Friday both my knees keep collapsing and walking is making things worse. I have been put on morphine. Sparklebright63
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Hi, I'm GaryS! Looking for a holiday company / hotel suggestions for my disabled sister.
Hello, I'm hoping you may be able to help me with a holiday company / hotel suggestions for my sister Janet. Her physical disabilities are such that she requires 24 hour care. If you think of any suitable options please let me know, thanks in advance, regards, Gary
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Hello, I'm Leanne65! my landlord wants to sell the block of flats
Hi my daughter is 7 she has autism my landlord wants to sell the block of flats we r living in to the council every night when we come in from school we have to sit outside untill it's time for bed I have no garden the council want to put us into a flat that has no lift a 3rd floor I refused it then they came bk to me with…
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I've been excluded from the warm home discount based on a 9 year old Energy Performance Certificate
I have been excluded from the warm home discount based on a Energy Performance Certificate that is 9 years old!!! I met all the other required criteria but the 9 year old EPC excluded me 😰😥😭💯(energy performance certificate of efficiency My flat was last assessed 9 years ago as being energy efficient but of course the…
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Information housing
I'm new to this & I'm sure like most people I don't want to be in this situation. Currently I'm in temporary accommodation, being paid for by the council. Now I'm on a council run site called home finder, you bid on property that you will never get unless you're band 1. I'm band 3 & somehow I've been shortlisted 1-5, if…
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Hi, my name is Lulusmama! Clothing comfortability suggestions
I I was diagnosed with adult moderate degenerative scoliosis and spondylitis , in the last two months I have been experiencing acute / chronic pain and sciatica . It seems that the curve has worsened and my main problem is with waistbands which are now wanting to sit on my lower rib cage . Does anyone have any suggestions,…
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Riser recliner chair
Hi, I'm looking for recommendations for a riser recliner chair - have lumbar spinal stenosis, if that helps for reference - never really fully comfortable no matter what position I'm sat in Currently looking at one at a local community furniture shop, but no idea what the make is. Don't have a massive budget, the one I'm…
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Which mobility scooter ?
I am looking for a little advice on a replacement mobility scooter I currently use a Pride Apex rapid - which has a heavy Lead Acid battery - my wife really struggles to disassemble it and put it in the car boot. I need one with a lithium battery - I have seen a Motion Healthcare Alumina (£1500) and a Veluimi Lithium…
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Tactile pavement
I had an interesting call from the council about tactile pavement. After they laid a new pavement near me, there was part of the tactile wasn't put back down. She looked at pictures a few years ago and now. she agreed it wasn't put back and will investigate why this happened. While I had her on the phone there are a few…
