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hi my daughter is autistic and is ebsa due to anxiety. she hasnt attended school since year 5, shes now in year 10. she has a ehcp and sees a mentor not connected to the school two days a week for three and a half hours each day that the ehcp is paying for. she has been seeing that mentor for 5 years and has an extremely…

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Hello @Agniesia9 welcome to the Community. I hope you enjoy your time on the forum. Any questions just ask. I would just like to thank you for the points you have given me and look forward to seeing you around the forum. Have a look around and join in when you are ready. Take care.

Hi there I have just had to give up my job due to chronic back issue. I have just put in a claim for new style ESA, I am worried about the interview I have about commitments. As I have limited capability hence why I've had to give up work. What will they expect from me? Any help/ advice would be gladly appreciated. Thank…

hi i’m new here im looking for advice my son is 9 he’s autistic i’m really struggleing with him at the minute he’s got a thing abou tv the weather if he sees clouds he has huge melt down if the sun is creeping through he has a melt down i can’t get him to school as they keep ringing me to get him , and can’t get him to…

Hi everyone I'm a new member and want to introduce myself My name is jenn I'm 35 I like socialising,the occasional beer and going out for meals.I like shopping, bowling etc I I live with my mum and dad in West Yorkshire with my Mum and Dad. I would like to make some friends and hope to hear from people

Dear sir/madam, My carer and respite home say that I must hand my money in when I go there because my wallet got lost or stolen, but does this mean that I lack capacity to keep it on me?

Sorry Just told am in Above group but restart insist still engaging ? Really stressing me out 

Hi, i received an inheritance from my parents when they passed, but that has almost gone, i have £6000 left.. which i intended to to keep to pay for my own funeral upfront.. i have applied for universal credit, and have been told that i need to get 2 years back dated bank statements for all my bank accounts, what i dont…

Hi. So i feel a bit embarrassed about this but i guess I’m hoping it helps me finally fully heal. I’m very aware of how unhinged I may sound. Apologies for the length and being so specific regarding things-I have deleted our chat but I can remember a lot of it and I’ve always been quite specific with dates and details. By…

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Hi, I’m currently receiving Universal Credit and I’m in the LCWRA group. About 2 weeks ago I applied for New Style ESA, and I’ve now had a message in my UC journal saying I need to attend a telephone appointment to accept commitments. Does anyone know what these commitments might be if I’m already in LCWRA. And after this…

Hey :) I just wanted to reach out and inform everyone on my experience which I’m extremely angry and upset about and I haven’t even had a decision made yet. So Iv made a complaint to Maximus today regarding my assessment which was done last Monday 11th may 2026, the call it self which I recorded lasted exactly 30 minutes…

Hello everyone! I’m Nora Hill, and I enjoy sharing simple thoughts about relationships, emotions, lifestyle, and everyday experiences. I love meaningful conversations, positive vibes, and connecting with people who appreciate real and honest discussions. Happy to be part of this community and excited to read different…

I believe real relationships grow with trust, care, and emotional connection. The little things, like meaningful talks and honest feelings, can make a bond feel truly special. In my view, love becomes stronger when two people understand and support each other through every phase of life.

Hi everyone, I’m on Universal Credit with LCWRA (no work-related requirements) and I receive PIP. I’m currently doing a part-time postgraduate master’s degree and I receive a postgraduate master’s loan. DWP are counting 30% of my maximum postgraduate loan as maintenance income in my UC award, and this has been upheld after…

I get high pip on both . My partner is my full time carer he gets carers allowance. He gets standard pip. We have a joint LCWRA My question is we noticed today for this month statement that big dip of £50 has come down transitional protection, we know it’s meant to come down over time. But definitely not a drop like that.…

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Hello im living in almshouses i hate it its not a secure tenancy I have been assessed by the council im a young 68 Yr old have had numerous health issues but have been assessed as sheltered housing i do not want this im independent cook outdoors person so limited what I can bid on and getting nowhere i can't afford the…

Hello I'm new to all this but having rang Scope this morning they suggested it might be helpful, I think they maybe right, I will look with interest for a discussion topic that probably effects me right now and contribute, of course my name posted is not my full real name as was advised !

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Hi there, I'm a 48-year-old woman with Athetoid CP, and up to now, my involuntary movements haven't been a problem, maybe the odd month or two. However, every time I drink, my head flips back, and the drink goes all over my head. It has got to the stage where I'm scared to drink even though I'm thirsty. I would really…

I watched the entire new season last night after work! All 6 episodes are BBC iPlayer now. I absolutely loved it and thought it was so, so funny. My favourite character is definitely Anne.😂 Have you seen Amandaland?

I copied the following from a website: “Personal independence payment (PIP) eligibility will be tightened from November 2026. This will affect new applications but also existing claimants when they are reassessed.” My PIP reassessment is due in May 2027. I have 2 points in five of the Daily Living components and do not…

hiya all. I hope you are all well. I wanted to ask a few questions. So I am currently working part time. 30 hours a week, 2 days at home, 2 days in an office. I have only recently started the job (6 weeks ago) and my disabilities are already impacting my ability to work. It isn’t the right job for me. I’m diagnosed with…

Hi everyone! One of our lovely members, @Kiki23, has 2 tickets to this sold-out event but unfortunately can't make it. If you're interested in attending just comment below and we can send you the QR codes. No personal information will be shared 😊 The ADHD Chatter podcast is hosting a special live show today, May 19, 2026,…

Hello! I called the DWP to talk about working as a freelancer whilst on ESA. I said i wanted to change it so i was spreading my allowed income across the year as opposed to across the week as sometimes i get no work and then i'll get a few things at once. I could 2 months with no payment and then have to refuse work 2…

does anyone know how I can get a mattress I am disabled

Hi guys. I have a issue with carers allowance backpay. I was recently accepted for carers element backpay. I messaged in my journal regarding another issue and was told I was no longer eligible for the backpay? I then asked for a MR and this was the response from them Im very confused. Can anyone help me with this? Thank…

We’ve had a request from a producer at SBX Studios, the production company behind documentary projects including The Race is On for Comic Relief (BBC1) and A Fighting Chance with Anthony Joshua (Snap Originals). They’re working on a new YouTube documentary series called What Moves Us, made in partnership with Toyota and…