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Hi, my name is RJB! How can I help my sister use her iPad or a computer?
My sister has essential tremor, and finds it nearly impossible to use her ipad. Does anybody have any iseas as to how we can find a solution for her to be able to use a computer or ipad for communicating?
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Fractured vertebrae. I'm thinking about surgery. How could I get a second opinion?
Hello. A few years ago I had a seizure which fractured 2 vertebrae, and then a couple years later I had another seizure which fractured 2 more. So in total I have 4 compression fractured vertebrae. When I was in the hospital the first time, they said surgery wasn't an option and there wasn't much that could be done…
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Moving out of parents while on benefits?
Hi, I currently recieve benefits for my mental health issues, PIP and ESA. I would like to move out of my parents house and into a place with my partner. Is such a thing even possible and what are the steps I would need to take? I assume I would need to move from ESA and onto UC to get some kind of support with the renting…
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New electric wheelchair needed. Any suggestions?
I’m looking for a new lightweight electric wheelchair for both indoors and outdoors any suggestions of companies that sell them, wheelchairs it’s self and grants to help put towards it.
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Residential care for a 20 yr old
My son is 20 next yr and wants to move out, I agree this is the best option for him. He wants a residential setting . Where do I begin to find a residential setting for young adults who will cater to his needs? We dont mind where it is but I'm guessing it could be a lengthy process and want to get the ball rolling ready…
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Unsuitable Housing for autistic kid
Hi, we 2 adults and 3 kids living in a 2 bed 1st floor council flat since june 2020. My 7 year okd son has autism hyper mobility and other special needs. He is sharing a room with brother and sister. We have a communal terrace wid v low boundry wall he climbed it twice luckily i saved him from falling down. We have a…
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Update about support from council and OT. Awaiting grant decision to fund wet room.
Hi all. When I first joined the site I got a lot of help and advice about accessing support from the council, I have since had occupational therapist at my house checking out what help I need and what they can give they are fitting a step at the front door and she gave me a form to fill in which I filled in and sent off…
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Prize draw to win £30 voucher for providing your feedback- Travel, Transport and Social life
We have lots of information on our website about transport, travel and social life. We would like your help to organise it so that it is easy for people to find. All you need to do is follow this link : https://ows.io/tj/3u7pe160 The task asks you to find some information using a menu. There are no right or wrong answers,…
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Mutual exchange query
Hi, I am looking for some advice on mutual exchange. I have a 1 bed first floor flat and want to move to a different property as I am unhappy with the setup here as the place is too small with no storage space, no garden and no drive and I don’t get on with surrounding neighbours. I have found someone who is willing to…
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Hold shared ownership scheme
Anyone know how this scheme works and is there a maximum amount when looking to purchase a property thanks Hans
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Hi, my name is kell8181! Where can I buy second hand wheelchairs and other equipment?
Hello guys ! i am new on here can any one tell me a classifeild sites to buy second hand wheelchairs & equitment .i am needing to buy a wheelchair as i got totally measured up wrong and i am stuck in a tank of a wheelchair ksl i have been on ebay but i dont do ebay to be honest . Hope you can help thanks .
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All terrain wheels
Hi my son uses a k Walker, and he struggles to use it over uneven ground or in the park I’ve been looking for all terrain wheels, all I can find are basic wheels that are just larger, does anyone have any ideas where I can get decent all terrain wheels? Thanks
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Home lift. Can anyone recommend a lift firm? Does anyone use one? Are they better than stair lifts?
Hi, I'm a new wheelchair user so as such we've adapted the dining room into a bedroom (we have a standard semi-detached with no downstairs loo). Now whilst there is nothing wrong with my current en suite (commode and catheters) it would be nice to return the space to its original purpose. We've had a look locally for…
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Looking to mutually exchange my house. Will I have to reapply for HB, ESA, and PIP?
Hi I am looking to mutually exchange my HA house in England for one in Wales. My question is wil I have to reapply for HB, Esa and Pip when I move or do I do change of circumstances with DWP?
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Disabled single mum: Council can’t house me and landlords refuse me. Help?!
Where do I turn at this point? After exhausting the council with my pleas for help, they say they can’t house me (no homes, plus long waiting list even at priority) and they tell me to look for a privately rent home, so I did, and am being refused as landlords want working tenants. im a disabled single mum who has moved 10…
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Lack of basic equipment for NHS since pandemic.
I suppose my title I hope is in the correct catagory. Because of a Blood Disorder I have had to have bloods taken every month before they release my Monthly prescription. This because I YO YO from bad to very bad, and they alter the prescription each month,some times having to take bloods twice a week over months to bring…
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Best mobility scooters
Going shopping on Sunday for a mobility scooter needs to be lifted in and out of car by me have good ground clearance off board charging and do lots of miles am only 45 mil who’s 76 is treating me she doesn’t need one though!
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Hi, I'm Curtisp! I’m disabled and have a council house, can I get help decorating it?
If I’m disabled and have a council house do I get help decorating it
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Hi, my name is challiss1! My partner is disabled and needs a mobility scooter, but we cant afford it
Hi my partner is disabled and she needs a mobility scooter but we are unable to afford to buy one. Is there any help for this?
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Medical assessment
Does anyone have any idea how long the wait is at the moment for a medical assessment, for limited capacity for work, as i have been waiting since May. I am struggling with bills and mogage, and am worried about losing my home. I have contacted the medical department but they won't give a timeframe, they just confirm your…
