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I was diagnosed yesterday with an overactive bladder which is not emptying fully. I have been advised to catheterise 4 times daily. Last night I tried for the first time and was unsuccessful. I inserted catheter but no urine came out. Today I self-catherised and was successful a full bag of urine. This afternoon I tried…

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Hi all, I posted a few weeks back as my PIP review paperwork had arrived with DWP mail handlers but not been scanned onto the system. It was eventually received on Monday 2 weeks ago. I got the 'your PIP review is complete' text yesterday! I waited till today to allow for update time then rang the enquiry line as it tells…

I have a number of disabilities but have never claimed anything. How would I find out if I'm potentially able to claim PIP? I work 32 hours a week from home, does that stop me from claiming any support?

I feel like I'm losing my grip on my life. Well, on the emotions and their impact on my life. I've had 2 weeks of MBT. Its harder than I was expecting given I'm only 2 weeks in. Its highlighted how deep I'd pushed everything and now emotions are bubbling back to the top and I'm drowning. I'm convinced I'm pushing my best…

Has anyone had a same day email after a pip tribunal sent to them and was it good news?

Hello, I have a couple of queries please as have never done a pip renewal. Firstly I have seen an nhs ot this year and have some more aids and she requested council (landlord) to do some minor adaptations. which are complete. No report but do have letters/emails/full list of aids prescribed. Is that enough to send as…

Hi all! Hope your days are going well! 🤗 I'm going to be going on holiday in late June. Will be leaving the country for 9 days to visit a close friend and their family. I've seen conflicting posts and forums about whether or not its necessary to inform UC of this. However, it feels wrong not to and I have raging anxiety as…

Applying online is a total waste of time in 2026 because the online hiring system is broken thanks to HR managers using AI, candidates mass applying with AI, employers advertising ghost jobs (whether they don't exist or they do but are pre-allocated to internal hires beforehand). Networking, alongside practical work…

Hi Been using Luja for a month or so now with a few issues utis etc, recently I have noticed my bladder is not voiding in one go as it was, I getting worried about this, any idea what I am doing wrong?

hi all My review is due by mid June. Form submitted 12/12. What happens if my review isn’t completed before then? thanks Andy

Apparently the Government is going to scrap fit notes as no one suffers from ill health and work makes you better. Sick notes ‘scrapped’ under plans to reduce benefit claimants | The Independent https://share.google/3qYbjG5Uv1cFqD0Yy

If an autistic person is impulsive sexual wise and is a sex addict why are they treated differently rather than if a typical person was a sex addict?

Disgusting but not surprising https://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/news/dwp-call-back-failures-lead-to-claimant-deaths

April 20th and May 20th. Don't make sense to have a little lose money. Right now the bills etc a little rise up as always every year start with April and we should have a little rise up too. Does we need carers allowance or others? dont need - already in?

I have panic attacks and have been called for jury service,my doctor said they can't get involved with anything re court proceedings, has anyone else come across this ?

Hi my name is michelle I was wondering if anyone can help me with some food for me and my 3 children I can't use my food bank voucher untill tomorrow. Just need some help for today please

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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