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Beat the heat - Tips on staying cool
With the UK about to go through a heatwave, I thought it would be good if we could share some tips on how we all stay cool. Here are some tips on how to handle the heat effectively: Trap the Cool Air: Keep windows, curtains, and blinds closed during the hottest parts of the day. Only open them in the early morning or late…
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Neurological Alliance Need You Please Sign the Open Letter
The NHS’s own measure of patient experience, the 2026 GP Patient Survey, shows people with neurological conditions continue to face significant inequalities in access to and experience of care compared with the general population, highlighting the need for a national plan for neurological conditions. People with…
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Do you have a period and use a wheelchair?
Do you have a period and use a wheelchair? Volunteers needed£10 voucher for a 1-hour interview What is the interview about? Exploring wheelchair users’ experiences of exercising whilst on their period. Who can take part? Anyone who lives in the UK and is aged 18 years or over. Uses a wheelchair for at least half of their…
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Timms Review on PIP - Interim Report (Links Included)
The Interim Report has been released this afternoon. I have added the main report links below: The Timms PIP Interim Report The Timms PIP Interim Report - Easy Read Timms Review: interim report - Large Print There are other supporting documents on the website which can be found here: Timms Review of Personal Independence…
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7 Tips for Mindfulness from a Cerebral Palsy Parent
We know that parents and caregivers of children and adults with cerebral palsy often manage more than most parents — whether it’s scheduling specialist appointments, navigating accommodations, or worrying about their child’s future — it can feel like a lot. 1. Non-judging: Okay, this one sounds easy, right? I try to…
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'People don't expect disabled people to have sex'
Image source, Tara Wilburn Photography Image caption, Dateability - a dating app for the disabled community - has produced its first wedding between Colin and Kaci LaFon By Rachel Candlin BBC News For anyone searching for romance these days, modern dating apps have revolutionised the way we go about finding a partner.…
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What's on everyone's "Bucket list"?
Inspired by a comment from @Mary_Scope about 10 minutes ago, what's on everyone's "Bucket list" on here? Mine? I have several such as: New York or San Diego Comic Con in the US Going down to Port Isaac, Cornwall to see the real Fisherman's Friends Appearing on The Chase and winning against either Anne Hegarty, Mark Labett…
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Pip review form
Hi I've just received my pip review form I'm on high rate care at the moment and recieved AR2 form nothing has changed an I'm worried about filling the form in incase they take it off me or award me less can anyone advise on do I just say nothing changed on all the forms I'm also in the support group ESA
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What are you reading? Book recommendations please! 📚️
Hi everyone 😊 I've just started to get into reading and I'm really enjoying how relaxing it is and how I can immerse myself in a story. So far I've been reading murder mysteries but I'm open to all genres. Let me know your favourite books and what you're currently reading so I can start my library!
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sharing useful travel tips and experiences to help others make the most of ever
I’m a passionate traveller and blogger who loves exploring new destinations, discovering hidden gems, and sharing useful travel tips and experiences to help others make the most of every journey. ✈️🌍
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How is your day going?
A cold start to the day brr, how's your day going? I'm longing for a coffee but got a sleeping cat draped over me, pinching my body heat.
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EMERGENCY ALERT
An emergency alert was sent to all mobile phones this evening in England & Wales from the Government with wildfire warning after UK blazes. The siren on my phone was very loud and made me jump. Anyone else had this?
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Strange Journal message "you are not getting any of these benefits" after ESA migration application.
Im currently on income base ESA(support group) and housing benefit. I received a migration letter telling me tpclaim universal credit by 26th feb. Ive done so, and today attended an identity check appointment at the local jobecente. However now in the journal there is a new entry. "Some benefits can affect how much…
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The person below me
Make a guess about the next poster, the next poster responds to your guess answering if it's true or false and then makes their own guess about the next poster. For example: Poster 1- The poster below me hates cheese Poster 2- False, I love it and eat it every day! The person below me likes dancing
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Would you rather...
Answer the previous would you rather and then state another one (I learnt this one from a boring job I had, where we did this all day..). Would you rather have telekinesis (the ability to move things with your mind) or telepathy (the ability to read minds)?
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A Beautiful Bald Eagle
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/aug/16/california-jackie-the-bald-eagle-legacy
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Premier League Sweepstake 2026/27 - Team Allocation Day!
The wait is over! The teams have been drawn and every participant has now been allocated their Premier League club for the 2026/27 season. A few reminders: Your team is yours for the whole season. No swaps, trades or transfer requests. No blaming the person who did the draw! Plenty of time for celebrations, complaints and…
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Are we receiving the correct entitlement
Hi Just asking someone to check to make sure we are recieving the correct benefits we are entitled to. Me and my partner who live together as a mixed age couple both with registered disabilities were forced over to claim Universal Credit because working tax credit or the DWP stopped out WTC entitlement at the time . We…
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Cup holder
Hello, my partner can only use one hand so she controls the chair with a joystick. The other side has the same fixing point under the arm but is not used, Are there cup holder available, large cup size that will utilize the fitting slot under the arm?
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Share your favourite liminal space pictures here
I'm guessing maybe there's not many people here who're into liminal spaces or even know what they are, so this topic might just fall flat on it's ass. But anyway for anyone who doesn't know what liminal spaces are they're surreal, often empty places where something just feels 'off', they may also have some sort of…
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Veezu partners with Cerebral Palsy Cymru for October Fundraising
Veezu partners with Cerebral Palsy Cymru Jack Price, Regional Director at Veezu, added: “We’re excited to partner with Cerebral Palsy Cymru and support the incredible work they do for children and families across Wales. Our team is proud to be part of an initiative that will make a real difference in the lives of those…
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sick notes have been sent to universal credit and relieving many phone calls try
High blood pressure around 184 and getting alot of back pains for the past few years. I'm eating low fat food and suger free drinks and taking metoformin with vitamin d tablets for over 2 months still getting high readings and sick notes have been sent to universal credit and relieving many phone calls trying to get me…
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Industrial Accident - any experience of claiming ?
IIDB, Exceptional Rate CAA and Constant Attendance Allowance (exceptional rate) Does anybody have any experience of claiming these ? My claim is extremely complex and involves being prescribed a drug by a military doctor, 36 years ago that has had a devastating ongoing effect on me - when I was not in the armed services !…
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booked for a second call for 15 minutes 'to discuss information already provided
Hi I have just had a UC Claim Review telephone call that seemed ok, although they did query some payments i received ( survey rewards). I supplied them with additional information requested regarding my tenancy but have now been booked for a second call scheduled for 15 minutes 'to discuss information already provided'.…
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Pip running out of time.
Hi all, My pip review form was returned to department for communities as I'm in NI ,feb this year,pip ends mid Sept. Got the usual texts I think four in all stating my claim was being progressed and I may still need an assessment etc.last text was a week ago,said I'd still be paid pip in meantime and basically the same…
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Alphabetical flower game
I'll start withAster
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A to Z to tv
lets have a game A to Z to tv old new just A to Z to tv a Angels,,,,,,,,,,,
