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I am an appointee for someone who has a current PIP award from 2017. The original letter states ongoing award and to be looked at after May 2027. However when we went onto the goverment website to check his award it now states indefinate with no date to be reviewed. Does anyone have any ideas as to what this could mean.

I interested in the chsnges to up coming disability benifits and what other people think abd why i do have people in my household witg disabilities as im a home carer. I have worked in mental health care in the past too abd i am in with these essesments and them be ing 1 to 1 but my problem is the centers are no where near…

Hi l need some advice, l been out work over 3 years and on ESA Support group and don't have to look for work, am fed up so thinking of selling on live channel whatnot as l can do this from home but am not worried about effecting my benefits , l try getting help and advice but getting nowhere. I even tryed asking council…

Hello, I'd like some advice as how to get a administrative job as someone who suffers with epilepsy and cerebral palsy. Any advice will be much appreciated😀!!

I recieved a message on my to do list to check and confirm claim details. Everything was correct apart from the amount they had down in the money, savings and investments part. It was the amount given in my account when I opened my uc account which is now a lower amount (the new amount is way under £6k and i only have one…

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When will scope take action on this website? If you look up the Trustpilot reviews for scope they are shocking, with everyone stating the same issues with the forum. It is Toxic, unfriendly and too many bullies bullying those with disabilities. How many people have to leave the site, be affected mentally by what's going…

hi I’ve been given a house in Am looking to see if there’s any help with with goods in carpets. I’ve applied for a community care grant but got refused

hi my wife has multiple disabilities, I don’t seem to be doing enough in her eyes, I know I’m trying, I think I’m struggling with the thought of her getting worse, and seem to sweep issues under the carpet I love her more than anything, Iknow I want to care for her and help her, it’s not a burden to me but I’m scared I…

My Universal Credit is currently being reviewed and I have sent off 4 months worth of bank statements on time. However I am worried about one of the transactions which says 'Automated Credit' and the name and address of the person who sent it. I basically had a casual arrangement where I used a neighbour's house sometimes…

I am an adult on benefits living in a three bedroom house. I claim UC, ESA and enhanced PIP on both elements. My adult working son stays with me two nights a week as carer and has said he would like to move in permanently but I don’t know how this would affect my benefits. Please can you advise?

Does anyone else struggle for things to do on a Sunday? It used to be a day I'd spend with my daughter but she's at the stage where she's busy with friends or her boyfriend most weekends. It doesn't seem like there's even anything on TV on a Sunday? So what do people do? I'm off work too so any jobs I'd normally leave for…

Hi all i received pip letter saying they have extended till 2029 and il receive receiv fourm in 2028 some.time mine was meant to run out in 2026 this year this is such a relief if im honest

Hey, I’m Robert. I’m exploring an app idea for people with physical disabilities who are dating and I want to understand what’s frustrating about it right now. My wife and I were at the hospital a lot during her pregnancy last year, and I kept seeing a couple there — they both used a wheelchair — who just looked so solid…

I am honest, simple, yet loving, caring, sweet Christian woman who believes in God and have Christian values in attitude. I like listening to a particular music genre like Rock, Pop, Indie, etc. Travelling and outdoor activities. Have an evening picnic somewhere scenic and watch the sun set. Find an out-of-the-way spot…

I am about to transfer my daughter of 19 from my universal credit to an application for lcwra. Her college application needs to be held off until the lcw is granted otherwise she won't get any universal credit. Wondering how long it took for your applications to be approved? It is disappointing for her to miss a year of…

Hello, hope you can help. My transitional protection had dropped from £203 in April to £176 in May to now £146 in June, I understand the transitional protection will drop but I thought the overall award should remain the same until the protection is £0. The journal messages just dont seem to make sense. Could anyone please…

Please help, I have a Green power ZT4 mobility scooter and I want to register it but I can’t find the information plate ie chassis No etc, do anybody know where they put the plate with the info on. many thanks in advance TCH

So I've been perusing this website for a few weeks now and I've noticed most people claiming lcwra component have been getting their decisions within days of their assessments. I am aware that a decision can take up to 3 months, but I'm wondering if me being 3 weeks post assessment is a bad outlook? I've considered phoning…

Hi everyone my name is Dennis. Have just acquired a ZT 500 scooter. With 25 mls on it, Have since used it to travel another 7 mls. I put the charger on it and the is showing a green light with zero %. What does this mean? Be grateful for any help on this. Regards Dennis.

The government have announced the following today: "The change means that claimants undergoing assessments for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Work Capability Assessments (WCA) in Universal Credit and Employment and Support Allowance, and Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (IIDB) will have their assessment…

My name is Luke Ighorojeh, and I volunteer as a General Shop Assistant in Fulham, West London. Most Saturdays, you’ll find me there at the Scope shop. I spend my time steaming clothes, pricing donations, and sorting the back room. It’s busy, but I enjoy the pace and the small moments you get with people. I first came…

I'm getting on in years and life gets no easier does it? I find a lot of things I used to like irritating now and am finding enjoying my own company at home seems to be the most content I feel these days. Am I being miserable? No, just honest and like to see other peoples' opinions on various things going on in this crazy…

Hello everyone! Been a long, long time since i have used this forum and i am not sure where to post this. Thought more people would see it here though and just would be helpful to share experiences. We are in the early stages of a guardianship application for our 24 yr old son. The MHO visited a couple of weeks ago. The…

I now live in the North East, having moved from Yorkshire. I'm mostly at home due to spinal, joint and breathing problems

A man has run the width of England in one go, inspired by his close relationship with his younger brother who lives with cerebral palsy. Charlie Isaac, 32, who grew up near Stroud, Gloucestershire, completed the 70‑mile (115km) challenge along Hadrian's Wall from Carlisle to Newcastle, raising £5,900 for Wiltshire's…

My daughter's favourite colour is brown, which I don't understand at all, is it anyone else's favourite? If not, what is? Mine changes as much as the weather but I think it often comes back to Yellow, it's such a happy colour! If this was a colour this would be my favourite:

I would wish you all a warm welcome, but I think some of us might have had enough warmth for a while 🌞 !! So hello and a big (and very cool) welcome to some of our newest members who've joined over the last couple of days: @nimble, @sausagedog5, @Bigmillie, @Shell65, @CharlotteTalks, @Jigsawlin, @Shaz72, @Lisajay30,…

Here's a comprehensive overview of UK National Insurance sickness benefit in 1965. Weekly rates (from March 1965) The National Insurance Act 1965 set the standard weekly rates as: Category Weekly amount Adult sickness benefit £4 0s 0d Adult dependant addition £2 10s 0d First child £1 2s 6d Second child 14s 6d Each…