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kirstyj_1989
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Hi I’m new on here, my name is kirsty needing plenty of advice I can get I’m 34 diagnosed with epilepsy nearly 6 years just lost my job too this year after being in for 9 years reason was my epilepsy related sickness so trying to get help of my council, cab housing etc applied for the first time ever for uc now I’m waiting for a decision on pip 3rd time application but it’s never as far as a phone call as I’ve filled in my previous forms with no help cab helped me with my recent application, my mental heal is really bad causing anxiety and social anxiety it’s a new change for me and it’s hard to get used to
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Hello @kirstyj_1989
There are many members here who feel the change is hard. I hope you have support around you? What don't you come join us in Coffee Lounge? It's where we play games, have debates and get to know each other. It may help keep your mind off everythingHannah - She / Her
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