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chattymossmanchattymossman Member Posts: 12 Connected
edited April 2019 in Disabled people
Hi  having been diagnosed on the autistic spectrum and also having mobility issues with age related to my diplegia I wonder what are my local authorities supposed to provide because I get none and asking is not something I find easy. 
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  • poppy123456poppy123456 Member Posts: 22,218 Disability Gamechanger
    Hi,

    Unfortunately, they aren't supposed to provide you with anything. You can ask for a needs assessment from the social services and you can self refer for this.
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  • RoddyRoddy Member Posts: 389 Pioneering
    chattymossman said:
    Hi  having been diagnosed on the autistic spectrum and also having mobility issues with age related to my diplegia I wonder what are my local authorities supposed to provide because I get none and asking is not something I find easy. 

    Hi @chattymossman, There ARE a number of services that your local authority are obliged to support you with. These support services will depend upon your age and your own specific medical needs and requirements. However, I do agree with poppy123456 that you should contact Social Services for an assessment, and if are unable to do this by yourself then ask your Dr/GP to arrange this for you.
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  • Ami2301Ami2301 Community champion Posts: 7,162 Disability Gamechanger
    Hi @chattymossman sorry to hear this. Have you spoken to your local CAB?
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  • Richard_ScopeRichard_Scope Community Team Posts: 2,623 Scope community team
    Hi @chattymossman
    What kind of support do you need?

    I can try to help.
    Scope
    Specialist Information Officer - Cerebral Palsy

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