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can i remortgage while on benefits
I have had a letter today to say that our mortgage is being moved to another company. we have been with them for 15 years. our rate sadly is 5.13. when we got the mortgage i was working but now i am on PIP etc and my wife who is 65 retires in six months. We have 9 years left and the mortgage has been transfered to someone…
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Am I being harassed by my letting agent? I'd appreciate your opinion
Am I being crazy or do I have a serious problem with my letting agent? I've lived in my home for over 10 years, the entire time I've been in receipt of housing benefit, which has covered my full rent and due to my health difficulties the council has always paid direct to the landlord. Last year the letting agent changed, I…
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Mobility
Hi everyone!! Is it possible to be loaned mobility scooters as id rather not have a wheelchair if so is there a link to request online?? Many many thanks 😊 🙏
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Parking in Central London............is a nightmare
I often travel into the West End. Parking there in the past 18months has been a nightmare. I know where most Blue Badge Parking Bays are in the West End / TheatreLand. However, there are so many diversions, road works, pedestrianisation, Bay closures that have been taking place. Last week I got into the West End in 45mins,…
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Looking for advice on how i get permission for my dog's to travel in terms of departing/landing
new to all this looking for advice on how i get permission for my dog's to travel as assistance dogs & electric disability scooters in terms of departing/landing....help please!
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University - going into accommodation
Hello. I'm currently considering going to university and I'm considering between 2 universities: Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Lincoln. I would like to know your experience of living in accommodation as a disabled user (I have Cerebral Palsy) and can you suggest any other funding methods that I could…
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Learning how to use a wheelchair
Hi all, I am getting an NHS wheelchair and with a background in healthcare, I have pushed many a wheelchair, but never been the one sitting in it. I actually have my eye on a different chair, the G-explorer. Now that I run my own business, I need to get around on grass and gravel when attending craft fairs and markets to…
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Hi, my name is brenly! I'm intending on applying for the freedom pass. What should I expect?
Hi like an other member i am intending on applying for freedom pass mobility issues i to was wondering what to expect as am anxious person at the best of times.
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Hi wheelchair assessment
Hi guys been referred by my OT for wheelchair assessment not quite sure what happens in the assessments , I was just wondering if anybody is going through this give me a few pointers on what will happen, my mobility has gone downhill very quickly I can take 3 to 4 steps before I black out and have seizures pain is the…
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Excempt supported accomadation
Hi everyone I'm a newbie, hope everyone is well. My issue is to do with supported accomadation and the information that they can just put in your paperwork to maintain getting the extra money for there none support they give. I have many issues with reliance and apex lettings I have been neglected iv got in my risk…
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Been refused a blue badge because I have an assistance dog. Is this right?
Hi, is this right? I have to refused a blue badge because I have a assistance dog. What can I do about this?
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My partner is disabled. We need help with a dropped curb
I need help for my partner ready he I'd disabled we need help with a dropped curb
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Help for family member who has lost use of arms and 70% hand function
Hi can you advise which organisations can help with a home assesment and advice on assistive resources for an older family member who can't use her arms or hands. ( C5/6 nerve compression misdiagnosis). Thanks in advance 😊
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Anywhere we can sell or give away our walkers, electric wheelchairs, or mobility scooters?
Both my neighbour and I have lost relatives recently and can't find anywhere to take equipment such as walkers and electric wheelchairs/mobility scooters. Is there anywhere we can offer these for free or for sale? In East London
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Blue badge scheme
I have had problems lately with people abusing the Blue Badge scheme and parking in bays designated for Disabled drivers both in super markets and on the street: In taking my son in law into Cardiff centre for a Case worker to look at his entitlements to U C because of his age. The interview went well and has already…
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Hi, my name is flatcap! Is there a wheelchair cushion you'd recommend?
Hello. I have a pain in the bum question. Well pain on the backside with all the sitting, any advice out there? Is there a wheelchair cushion you'd recommend? I'm in the UK and have tried a few but none of them prove to offer pain-free comfort after the first hour. There are loads of different ones on the market but I…
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I’m wondering the advantages and disadvantages of using the motorobility scheme?
I’m wondering the advantages and disadvantages of using the motorobility scheme if I get high rate mobility when my claim is assessed.
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What do I need on the wheelchair front? Help please
I have been staggering about on a crutch for four years, with arthritis getting worse in my right knee which is bone on bone. Then my ankles and right foot started to be painful. Ten days ago I realised I could not manage even a short walk to the car. I suppose it happens suddenly like that,a gradual tipping towards the…
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My husband's been having an affair, and is refusing to leave our home. What can I do?
hi everyone, i am really hoping for some advice i am 54 with a few chronic health issues, i am no longer able to walk unaided as have a degenerative spinal disease, i have been married for 28 years and my husband is registered as my carer, but tbh my daughter does more for me i found out at christmas that my husband has…
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Wheelchair tips for a newbie
Hi everyone, Until 18 months ago I was working in an operating theatre. I went into shielding (severe lung issues) and during that time ruptured a disc in my spine which has left one leg almost useless. I have no function below the knee (no reflexes there either) and my knee joint is unstable - it either buckles forwards…
