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My gp has said my calprotectin levels in my stool sample are not normal and need to be repeated.I have been having lower abdominal pain for over a month had a ct scan and a ultrasound a month ago but these didn't show anything.I have had diverticulitis before but the Dr at hospital said it wasnt that this time but I still…

Have any of you any experience of Paranormal events - ie) Ghosts, UFO's, Premonitions etc etc… Here is the place to discuss them

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Sorry to bother you, and I don't want anyone to panic here, because I'm not suicidal as I post this but I have overdosed twice in a week. I was moved into independent living almost 2 years ago. I was sectioned last year and all they did was check that I could make a meal. I could, because someone took me to the shop and…

I'm looking for companies in the SE that will give advice on which powered wheelchairs to try, bearing in mind my living conditions, seating needs and intended use. So far I've found Recare and Gerald Simonds, does anyone know of any other companies?

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Big welcome to everyone who joined us over the past couple of days: @abbieT, @Angelstation, @CarNineSix, @col382, @Daniellekent3010, @David97521, @Deedee1961, @hedgehog88, @Jaydee2026, @Johnworcs, @Kush131220, @lisa_19880, @nessmess, @paddy1963, @Pebbleonabeach, @pigeonpies, @SunnyT, @Toby0017Chas, @tothefuture, and…

I am physically disabled and have mental health problem. My living situation at my parents' home has become untenable and I have been asked to leave. The housing executive did a homeless assessment but said I did not have priority need. I am fighting this decision though the Housing Rights organisation and am hopeful for a…

Hi I've been told to move out by my parents, and I'm on enhanced PIP for both parts. Will my PIP award be reviewed, or re-assessed, with new application/evidence etc, when I move out?

hi all, Halifax are switching completely to Lloyd’s but the bank account details such as account number and sort code will stay the same. because that info is staying the same, do I not need to let the DWP know that my bank has changed name from Halifax to Lloyd’s, please? I can’t remember if I had to tell them the bank…

Hi all, I have read some great advice on here on another thread and wondered if anybody had any advice. I was awarded SDL for PIP Friday just gone, which is great news as it was my first time applying. You hear so many horror stories online about people having to go through to tribunal etc and this will help massively to…

Mine have not - the years 1989 - 1994 are devoid of any records at all - which concerns me because I have over 500 pages of A4 records from this time from my old surgery and hospitals - my present GP has been asked to help with a historic DWP claim but will be unable to do so from their records !

Hi everyone, just joined the community. I’m part of the team at 3Sisters Drinks, and we make 0.0% non-alcoholic beers in India. I’ve been having a look through the discussions here and there’s some interesting stuff around brewing and NA beers. Looking forward to learning from the community and joining the conversations.

I am a pensioner with an adult child living at home. I cannot get housing benefit until I provide evidence of their income. They are witholding details. I think they could be on Jobseekers or maybe Universal Credit, but they refuse to speak to me and although I leave notes, they go unanswered. My entire pension goes on my…

hi everyone, i'm hoping to get some advice and real-world insight from anyone who has navigated universal credit while studying independently, applying for pip or self-funding qualifications. i’m a mature student aged 25 planning to re-enter education to take my a-levels. i've looked at alternative pathways such as access…

Hi Everyone. I am looking for some advice and I was wondering if someone could help me. I am a wheelchair user and I am about to get a WAV vehicle. The OT has recommended that the council put a driveway in the front garden which they agreed to. Now they are saying that a disabled bay in the road is all I need siting that I…

Equality watchdog completes draft report into ‘unlawful acts’ by DWP and its Conservative ministers The equality watchdog has completed its draft report into allegations of unlawful treatment of disabled benefit claimants by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), two years after the inquiry was launched under the last…

This is petition about DWP complaints. USERS not made public. UC, ESA, PIP you name it, they deleted it. Either literally or metaphorically. They misquoted law, facts, change what you said. I can't fix that. But this could fix complaints being not accepted then being removed without your knowledge. Sign the petition to get…

Hello there! I decided to sign up to help people with their rights and also discuss my own experiences of supported housing the workers involved and the battling the stigmas attached. They say we choose to live a certain way then make it impossible to make the first step to any success. They say they help the vulnerable…

Hi everyone, I’m looking for some support, I have some health issues that stop me from living what I have heared others say a normal life. I don’t know what to do, I’m struggling financially and just want to work. Does anyone know of any work from jobs there are? thank you so much x

New to this page. My son is 17 (about to turn 18 in October) I have no doubt that he has ASD or and ADHD. I have always wondered if he was on the spectrum, but school always convinced me otherwise. He hasn't been officially tested. As he has got older it really has become more noticeable. I firmly believe Covid also…

Ok well seeing as the new Season is round the corner I'll start the ball rolling. My Team is the Terriers (Huddersfield Town) We have had 6 Friendly games and won just 3 of them with one more to come on Saturday Home to Blackburn Rovers then next Saturday 8th August we take on Preston in the Carabou Cup. Then the season…

My name is Shaan, ive been a wheelchair user for around a year. I have heds, CFS/ ME as well as POTS and I have a few other things. I was hoping to find like minded people and be able to hopefully learn better techniques with my wheelchair especially when ill be getting an active one soon

Hi im new posting but been following for few months now. I applied for pip 1st may filled in online form and paper form. Had message about assesment 29th may had it on 3rd july in morning. They contacted my doctors who happily gave all medical history . Applied due to nerve damage in my right leg arthitis right kner…

A warm welcome to the newest members of the community! @DarrenM1276 @Happyface @Hayes74 @Claretghost @Stacey1984 @Nchenene @shaan200 @Getaway @tanya2309 @Qitharajoe @Libbyw @AnnaAudhd @kell08_07 We look forward to seeing you around and if there is anything that you need help with, please let us know. We're a friendly bunch…

is it possible that I could qualify for a loan or a grant to help me with the decorations on my housing association 1 bedroom apartment

I have complex PTSD and have been denied PIP. I am going to appeal and go to a tribunal. Is there any information on here that will help with this process? Especially with appropriate wording. Tia

The University of Southampton is doing research on how to best design apps that help disabled people plan and make their everyday journeys. If you are 18 or over and have one or more of the impairments listed below, or any other condition that affects your ability to use public transport or active travel (e.g., walking,…

I'm only a little bit not 100% due to getting on a bit, heart attack and stroke. My partner is 50% broken. https : / / en . wikipedia . org / wiki / Hemiparesis spaces added as I can't post a link. I am here to learn and even help when I can. I am also very sarcastic, arrogant and Agnostic.