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Disabled Facility Grant
Hi there, Our son is 30 years old and we have recently requested a new shower/changing table. Our OT has suggested we apply for this through a Disabled Facility Grant as she said they were quite expensive. Please can someone advises me if the grant will be based on household income (myself and my husband included) or our…
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Hi, my name is pistolpete! I need a blue badge
I need a blue badge.for when iam taken to doctors,hospital,etc .thank you
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I'm looking to relocate. My mind's all over the place trying to work out what I need to do
Evening all. I’m in need of some advice. I’m 29 disabled physically And have extensive mental health. I have no family but I am happily married with 5 wonderful dogs and 2 cats. im looking to relocate from Thanet in Kent to north east Durham. My mind is all over the place trying to work out what I need to do. Thanks
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How do I apply for new road tax certificate from DWP?
How do I apply for new road tax certificate from dwp
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carry on walking
Hi there I have been thinking about using my wheelchair full-time as I have been getting more pain and feeling more tired. Any advice Thank you Ruthanne
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Grants for a laptop
Hi am 55 disabled, housebound & needing care, I need a grant to purchase a new laptop, I have tried the reconditioned ones that tend to only last for 6 months. Can anyone suggest any where that individuals can apply as a lot only a third party can apply on your behalf? Also I suffer from arthritis in my hands as well as…
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Mutual exchange
Hi we are in the process of a 5 way mutual exchange, the council dealing with the place we want to move to are very busy and as stated on their website can only give an answer in principle within 42 days. I don't know if anyone has had experience with this and knows about the 42 day rule. It's now been a week over 42 days…
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Certificate of entitlement- road tax.
Hello, first post. Two weeks ago I had to replace my car. I went to the P.O. I always use with a certificate of entitlement and other relevant documents to tax my replacement car. I was told my certificate has to have the replacement cars registration. I argued this was not the case but was refused service. I rung the PIP…
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Question. Should I be using my electric wheelchair while the backrest is in this state?
Hello Scope online community I had to call the company responsible for the repairs, to my NHS electric wheelchair because I kept charging the chair but when I came into showing a full charged chair I got the batteries replaced. I received news that took that one bracket that holds the backrest needs replacing with a new…
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Blue badges may be rejected
Disabled drivers are being warned that their blue badges may not be accepted in popular European holiday destinations this summer due to Brexit. Be aware if going on holiday.
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Happy days
Hi guys finally got a date for my bathroom and the widening of The doors and painting the place after they've done the work so it starts on the 13th of May so I'll be going into respite for a couple of weeks while it's done hopefully it won't take too long to be done there's been a few setbacks but that's been sorted out…
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Bed bell/alarm?
I am disabled but able to get about. My wife is my carer.Unfortunately my eldest sister has just had a fairly major stroke. She is still in hospital and its early days yet(only happened Monday).she is paralyzed down one side and at the moment can't speak(in and out of consciousness).They are assessing how much of her brain…
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Hi, my name is peterpeter! Because of hate crime, I have to move
Hello A few questions. If I may askBecause of hate crime I have to moveI have a new address Do I still have to give 4 weeks notice on the old address? I was getting the rent paid by the council on the old address Will I have to get UC for the new address? I get the not able to work or looking for work benefits Thanks
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Hi, my name is guydickinson! Can anyone recommend a foot support device?
I have a complete left foot drop and have a lot of titanium in my back! I’ve seen various foot support devices. Can you please recommend one? Preferably that would fit with a shoe etc
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Social Care Needs Assessment
Hiya, I turned 18 this year and have now left school (unless my A levels didn't go well). I have deferred a year for university to work on my independence skills and to train my assistance dog as I currently wouldn't be able to cope as is. I can't go places by myself at all most days currently unless it was to school or…
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Airline insistence on Window seating
Having booked an aisle seat with an airline, I was informed that disabled people must sit by the window. Apart from the enormous discomfort in getting me into the seat, I have idea how I’ll get out, especially to the bathroom. Does anyone know if I have any rights in the matter?
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Premier Inn
Hi, my wife and I are currently staying in what we think is the world's worst Premier Inn! It is near Heathrow Airport, and we booked an accessible room with an adapted bathroom. Trouble is that it has not been updated in years, and the bath is not accessible to us given the vast number of grab rails they have placed in…
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Clothes protectors for adults
My (adult) friend who has CP and learning disabilities has a life-long issue with drooling. Surgery, medication and patches have not helped much. Now in his fifties the neckerchief style of clothes protector isn’t sufficient to keep his shirts dry, so he has started to wear an apron / mealtime clothes protector when out…
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Which rollators are avaliable on NHS?
Hi, I'm new to this forum, I hoped someone could help me with a particular query! I would like a rollator, as it would help me to have a place to sit down when I'm out. I particularly want one that folds up small. I have seen some online that fold into rectangle, the handles/wheels fold together and then you can bend the…
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Hi, my name is bassett! First time scooter owner
First time scooter owner, and already confused as to why no service manual is readily available. So I will probably be calling for help in the future. got a Green Power unique 500, any info on this would be welcome cheers
