Hi, my name is Shellm1308!

Shellm1308
Shellm1308 Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
in Start here and say hello!

Hi All I am new here, I've recently been diagnosed with RA and AS inflammation Arthritis. I have had to quit work and struggle with taking care of myself and my home.

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  • Bluebell21
    Bluebell21 Online Community Member, Scope Member Posts: 11,636 Championing

    Hi @Shellm1308 Welcome to the Community. I hope you enjoy your time on the forum. Any questions just ask.

    It can sometimes take some time to come to terms with a new diagnosis, how are you feeling about it?

    Have you looked at claiming benefits as you have had to give up work.

    Have you thought about having a Health and Social Care assessment carried out. This is done by Social Services to see what help and support you need like, healthcare, equipment, help in your home.

    https://www.gov.uk/apply-needs-assessment-social-services

    Take care.

  • Rosie_Scope
    Rosie_Scope Posts: 5,791 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    Hi @Shellm1308, welcome to the community. Sorry to hear you're having a hard time at the moment. I hope the community can be a place to talk about anything you're going through and get some support.

    If you're struggling at home, Bluebell's link is well worth a look. They might be able to get you assessed so you can have some help.

    If you've got any questions about anything please don't be afraid to ask. Lots of our members will know what you're going through so you won't be alone here 😊

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