Moving due to disability bit can't physically do it

Losingallhope
Losingallhope Online Community Member Posts: 66 Contributor
in Housing and independent living

Hi I'm disabled three times over and have been struggling living in my current home which was brand new when I moved in. I've been offered a bungalow which is more suitable for my medical needs in several ways. The problem is I physically can't do the move and I'm so worried of losing the bungalow. I don't have enough money to pay movers is there any national charities that could possibly help or does anyone know of government support for this I know there is the discretionary housing fund but I was refused last time I moved. I just don't know where to turn

Tagged:

Comments

  • Kimi87
    Kimi87 Online Community Member Posts: 7,447 Championing

    A few places to try:

    https://grants-search.turn2us.org.uk/

    https://www.gov.uk/cost-living-help-local-council

  • Losingallhope
    Losingallhope Online Community Member Posts: 66 Contributor

    I've searched both I can't find anything specific to what I need

  • Kimi87
    Kimi87 Online Community Member Posts: 7,447 Championing

    Perhaps a local welfare rights organisation would be more aware of something local?

    https://advicefinder.turn2us.org.uk/

  • Losingallhope
    Losingallhope Online Community Member Posts: 66 Contributor

    Yes I've thought of that I'm going to call DIAL charity in the morning thanl you for commenting & your links

  • OverlyAnxious
    OverlyAnxious Online Community Member Posts: 5,185 Championing

    Hi,

    This is not something I'd normally suggest but as a move would have a huge positive impact on your life for years to come, perhaps it would be worth looking into a loan for this one off payment, so you can repay it slowly afterwards.

    I've been after a bungalow myself for several years now so know how rarely they become available in some areas.

  • Losingallhope
    Losingallhope Online Community Member Posts: 66 Contributor
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1070400#Comment_1070400

    That would be a good idea but my credit rating only gets me as far as a phone contract

  • Kimi87
    Kimi87 Online Community Member Posts: 7,447 Championing

    A local credit union can be a better option than high street national lenders.

  • Losingallhope
    Losingallhope Online Community Member Posts: 66 Contributor
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1070418#Comment_1070418

    Already tried that I'm not in a position to save any funds I'm medically retired due to my health

  • MW123
    MW123 Scope Member Posts: 1,623 Championing

    @Losingallhope

    You can ask your housing officer or council again for help through their local welfare or discretionary move fund.

    This is a health and safety issue. You physically cannot move without support, and without it, you risk losing housing that meets your medical needs. If the council refuses to help just because you can’t afford removal costs, that could breach disability law, and they know it.

    It’s all in how you explain it. Don’t just say you need help paying. Say you’re being blocked from reaching essential housing because of your disability. That’s what makes it a legal access issue. With the right wording and support from your GP or housing officer, you stand a stronger chance of securing funding, even if you were refused before.

  • Santosha12
    Santosha12 Online Community Member Posts: 2,869 Championing

    Hi @Losingallhope, I don't really know if this helps you at all but when I moved into my (council) bungalow in August 2022, I could not afford my moving fees. Was quoted between 250.00 and 400.00. I ended up using a local 'man and van', they moved everything, including my piano which was hard work 🙄😬😅, for 120.00 (only moving 2/3 miles away). I cancelled some bills/direct debit to be able to move. Not saying that's the right way but it worked for me, enabled me to move and caught up with bills during the 12 months later. I basically got to where I needed to be. I'm not saying it wasn't stressful, it was, but I hope you get to where you need to be too. For your health and your wellbeing 🫂.

  • Losingallhope
    Losingallhope Online Community Member Posts: 66 Contributor
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1070433#Comment_1070433

    That is an option I have thought about I think my issue is I find it hard to accept I can't do things anymore I'm stil thinking of doing it myself knowing full well it can have a catastrophic effect on my health if I do

  • Otteline
    Otteline Online Community Member Posts: 63 Contributor
    edited September 29

    Have you been a member of a union during your working life? They have discretionary funds and might be able to help (even if you are not still a member).

Categories