Newly disabled - how can I get help?

Pinkangel

I have recently been diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Osteo Arthritis.. It took months to get diagnosed as I was sent to every hospital around Oxford.. then Rheumatologist was shocked to see how severe it had spread through my body.So now I’m off sick from work as it’s all effected my health, white blood cells, Rheumatoid levels shot through the roof..
Im now classed a Disabled.. so iv got OIP forms here.. And wondering how I get bus pass and blue badge, as I can’t walk far, so a friend gives me lifts when able to.. Any advice please.. as I’m completely shocked this has happened to me.. many thanks x

Sam_Alumni

Welcome to the community @Pinkangel

There is information on how to see if youre eligible for a blue badge here and the disabled persons bus pass here.

We have some great information on PIP here and disability rights uk have a guide to making a PIP claim that may be helpful.

Pippa_Alumni

Great to meet you, @Pinkangel!

It can feel really overwhelming to be diagnosed with a long-term condition, but you've come to the right place. You'll find others who you can chat to and who can relate here- do get involved, and just let us know if we can be of any further assistance. I hope today's as kind as possible to you!

o5jessica

@ pink angle welcome too.
Yes I too find it a maze 
I become wrong since last yr,
So I don't travel or use public transport, 
I need home visit for everything.
Now cuts Northamptonshire UK

SeriveS

Sorry spelling hard .
I inform only yesterday photo ID bus pass yet I not allowed on buse rules medical loan indoor outdoor medical loan specialist wheelchair.

If ever I get offer after my care act assessment process, ot assessment too.
I shall hope I get too key worker to help things what is or could be offered,

All I able offer my experience if any help, 
Do you have soical worker or gone through care act assessment? Hello to you.😄