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im screwed for my second year of level 3 business in college 💀 i mean i enjoy it but the work for you have to put in is on another level. LIKE WHAT IS THIS? im screwed! how do you expect me to take in all of this information?? i somehow passed the first year of my level 3 by some miracle but this is giving me headaches……

I have been made redundant 4 times now from my most recent employments. I have severe anaphylaxis due to allergies, anxiety, being hearing impaired- Right ear. My GP and myself have sent this email to the local MSP, MP and DWP regarding this fact. I cannot keep a job due to when I have an anaphylactic attack and suddenly…

I have a disabled adult son. In the next few years he will be receiving some money from his grandparents, approximately £20,000. I would like to set up a trust fund. Does anyone know whether: A Discretionary or a disabled trust fund is better? Has anyone chosen 'Mencap' - where they are the sole trustee?

Part One - Summer Holiday Support Series Introduction Part Two - Accessible Days Out for Parents and & Carers of Disabled Children Part Three - Keep Routine At Home in the Summer Holidays Part Four - Sensory Friendly and Accessible School Uniforms (Where To Buy) Part Five - Parent & Carer Wellbeing and Mental Health in the…

This discussion was created from comments split from: Autism and universal credit.

Hi everyone . My son has received is light touch review form he has had pip for 10 years for ASD . The form is quite short only 6 pages with yes or no answers . There has been no changes in his health condition or disability he got pip for ASD . 2 years ago he was also diagnosed with paranoid siczophrenia by the…

Hi im andy left leg amputee through the middle of knee. I have a prosthetic leg and its fantastic.

When i migrated to UC I had a full capital review and it was found that I had been overpaid £6k but it was a non recoverable overpayment as dwp failed to action. This amount was removed from my capital. I recently reported a change of circumstances, (bingo win), which triggered a new capital review. This new figure did not…

Hi all very sorry but could someone help me, i'm rather confused. I have been working full time and battling a few issues, PPMS (primary progress MS), Lumbar degenerate disease, post thrombic syndrome, copd and ulcerative colitis (now have a stoma). Ive gone on as much as i can but everything has progressed and i…

I was wondering if I could get some advice of products that have helped people. Not sure if this is the right place to put it, happy to move or delete as required. Context: I have CP that makes my hips tight, this is currently making my lower back tight with a knot that I am looking to relieve. I need to do some stretches…

I am a new member and wondered if anyone is involved in the Timms Review into PIP?

Thank you for accepting me. I am looking for information & opinions about the travel company Limitless Travel. Has anyone used them? Does anyone know any similar companies? Be grateful for any info.

Good morning I won my case for Lcwra back pay from December 22 till December 25 on the 18th of August how long does it take to get an answer on how long does it take to be notified on how much the owe me.

Join us for a last-of-summer trip on 'Ethel' - the accessible canal boat! Saturday 26th September 2026. Trip departs from Victoria Quay, Sheffield at 11 am. The trip lasts 4 hours and returns to Victoria Quay. The wide beam barge is 57 feet long and is fully accessible. Lifts provide access to all areas of the boat. There…

MR was sent back to capita after initial application id only got 2 pts. New diagnosis and new evidence submitted with MR . It’s 10 months since I first applied . It’s now back with DWP . Should I expect decision soon or could I be asked for new f2f . MR is week 9

So I’m a single mum working a full time job during the day and I go out to clean in the evenings self employed. I pay an accountant yearly to do my self assessment as they’re qualified ones who know what expenses can be claimed for eg. Allowable expenses such as percentages of bills, travel, car. It’s impossible for me to…

Hello, We've been looking for somewhere more suitable, and a house might be coming up for rent long-term. It's within the same council area. I just wonder, please, if a move took place, would this be enough for them to say the change of circumstances triggers a new UC claim? the current property is actually owned by a…

Hi everyone, I’m Nicola from A Place for Everyone CIC. We’ve launched our Access for Everyone Listening Survey. This is our main survey of the year, and what people tell us will directly help shape our future work and projects. We want to understand what it is really like to live, work and take part in your community—and…

Hello and welcome to all the new members who joined us on Sunday and Monday: @Ahadley1984, @c4rs, @CinderellaDisability, @deedee1965, @Fightforyourchild, @Gemma47, @gingersnapz, @janicedeeby, @Joyziland, @leedsrhinos, @Moonboots5, @Renegade, @Rupert1965, @shubh, and @Wheelsoflife! Hope you'll all enjoy being part of the…

Good morning, can some one advise me thank you. My wife and i were on UC, my wife claim her pension 2 months ago,' mix age married couple' so my UC claim is Nil, housing is been paid, migrated a year ago from ESA Support group to UC 'LCWRA' after receiving letter to do so. Still reciving New style ESA. I am receiving PIP…

Hi I am on new style esa and need some advice. I am severely dyslexic and severe depression, anxiety..... However for my mental health I have been making art and a gallery is interested in my work! What do I do if it sells. Very confused

Dear CPotential families, friends and supporters, This October half term, from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October, we’re offering an Intensive Therapy Block for children with cerebral palsy and other movement disorders. Intensive therapy gives children the chance to focus on their individual goals over consecutive days,…

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I have recieved a letter from my landlord to say they are seeking repossession because of the arrears even though its universal credit that owe them £1200 and I have paid £700 towards them.I totally freaked out because the manager told me I would not get any letters and just to speak with him.universal credit STILL haven't…

Hi, Looking for advice. I am on Enhanced daily living PIP and previously was on ESA and working tax credits as having limited capability for work, but when tax credits phased out rather than claim UC two years ago I tried to sustain full time work. I have long term systemic damage from extensive cancer treatments and bone…

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Have you ever seen any films that you thought were so bad they're actually good? I have to be in the right mood, but I do enjoy a terrible Hallmark movie. It's always a high-flying city girl being drawn back to her home town and meeting a dishy-but-flawed baker who makes her question her life choices. The scripts are…

i’m on LCWRA and my work coach has floated some "voluntary" meetings about doing courses has anyone else had this? trying to figure out if "voluntary" is a trap, and if turning them down is going to mess with my benefits

My current home is a shared-ownership bungalow with HOLD. Unfortunately, HOLD has confirmed that they cannot become involved in the Section 106 arrangements relating to the alternative property I am considering. I have significant health and mobility needs and therefore need a bungalow rather than a conventional house. I…

Sorry for the long post not sure what i need advice or just get it off my chest. Not sure where to start.. Only posted on here twice both to do with Work Capability being refused and trying to fight the decision. My Work Capability update got citizens advice with getting a Tribunal Appeal so waiting for a date for that.…