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Long journeys can be exhausting, and one good stop can genuinely change the experience. We'd love to hear your feedback on: How does a well‑designed, inclusive service station change your experience of travelling or taking a break? And what makes the biggest difference to you as a disabled traveller? If you don't use…

hi im here to ask for help, I do hope i dont get negative feedback here goes im uploading my universal credit statement for a couple when i claimed uc iwasnt sure if this was the correct way to claim. or if my husband put in for lwcra and only i claim carers would we be worst off. I thought when we were forced to go onto…

Greetings ! I have cerebral palsy and I am very tired of living. I have depression and apathy..... Are there any moms who also have children with cerebral palsy. I wonder if you could give me moral support. It's very difficult when you don't have someone to turn to with questions.

Hi all, My PIP officially ended in February after a 3 year award. I've not received any letters other than the new payment schedule for the new tax year, and I'm still getting paid. What should I do? Should I just wait for them to contact me for a review, or do I contact them? Thanks ☺️

Hello I a single woman and on support group ESA but also on UC.. ( get rent only ) and standard ADP for daily living and low mobility. Would I be able to do any permitted work.I don't know what i could do really but feel I'm rotting away! Maybe walk a few dogs nearby or something. Any advice welcome. Thank you

I'm beyond frustrated because my husband lost his PIP after his last assessment, in January 2025. We appealed but the tribunal didn't give him enough points for an award. I have been reading their statement of reasons for their decision. They were very thorough. It seems like the biggest issue, and this is no surprise to…

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Hello everybody how are you just applying for PIP loan doesn't have any few problems and I'm on the high enhance rate if you can help me buy any chance thank you

I have had a round time I’m now being tested for bowel cancer and breast cancer I have depression and severe Asa’s and suffer mental help I have no carpet in my flat can you

where do David [name removed by moderator] live at now he moved out from Bridgwater and now I don’t know where I want his phone number

Dear Marry and Guys, It's hard coping with MS. I do Physiotherapy exercises and exercises from Multiple Sclerosis Society. They manage my MS. The weather in early May not as good. Will still in early summer. Things can only get better. How you doing Marry and members of Scope? All the best, Viran C

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Hi, Myself and my ex partner were together for almost 2 years. We lived together and met in lockdown so the relationship feels like it was a lot longer as we had the boundary of being long distance at the beginning and talked all day every day for months before meeting. This was my longest serious relationship and never…

Hello everyone, I hope no one minds me joining here! I'm trying to archive the story of Daresbury Hall during it's time as a residential home for Scope and I was wondering if anyone had any stories or photos they might be willing to share, or be able to point me in the right direction? I'm hoping to record everyone's…

I stopped work 0n 27th of March of this year due to ill health. can i inform the tax office about this via online

I have applied to apeal my PIP decision which is from September 2025. It was suggested that I also reapply for a new assessment if I think my situation has deteriorated. However, I have read conflicting inform about the potentupifalls of doing this. Can anyone advise me?Thank you

Your voice matters. I’m currently involved in a research study exploring the lived experiences of individuals with sensory or physical needs—and the people who support them. We’re looking to hear from parents, siblings, friends, and young adults who have firsthand experience. The goal is simple: better understand what…

I (F,28) live in supported accommodation in a dispersed property provided to me by a housing association. This housing organisation also provide care and support for people with an array of disabilities & other needs. They provide me with support staff as part of a social care commission in partnership with adult social…

Be part of a bold, creative, reimagining of a Christmas classic. Welsh playwright Ciaran Fitzgerald is very privileged to be writing a show for The Rising Stars Theatre Company and Mess Up The Mess Theatre Company this Christmas. We’re looking for more young people to get involved, and are especially interested in hearing…

hi I am currently in receipt of universal credit including the disability element I have recently returned to fishing after many years however I found there was no support for disabled anglers Because of this I started a group on social media and was very surprised in the amount of disabled anglers needing help Because of…

Hi all! My referral has gone through for my ADHD Assessment (March this year) which is good but the organisation I have chosen can't say when I'll have an appointment for the assessment even with Right To Choose. I knew the waiting times would be long but I'm honestly getting a bit desperate, I've felt like this for so…

I just spoke to uc, my Underpayment for lcwra is pending with after a case manager had to look at it as it is a large amount. It has taken 12 months for them to award me lcwra. Can I ask for a sameday payment today.

Are review decisions ever made solely on the paper work ( the review form and additional relevant evidence ) without a telephone call ? If so, in what instances ? Thank you

I just finished watching The Floor on ITV player. It's a gameshow and I'm obsessed! I'm tempted to apply for the next series. I'm looking for a new series to binge so let me know what you're enjoying!

So I had my phone call and sent in evidence, and now they wanted to book another phone call. I said I was busy, but he said it would be only a 7-10 minute phone call. Does this mean they want more? Or is it protocol that they do another call this short time before closing it? I'm just anxious; I never did a review with UC…

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Hi I was asked to submit my bank statements to UC in February which I did. I then had a telephone call review of my claim appointment today and they read through a script of standard questions but nothing about my bank statements. They said everything ok and sent me a journal message of what was discussed and answers. Will…

Hi all a technition recently serviced the stanner stairlift in my home and has deemed it (Obsolite) as its 15 years old and no longer servicable,because its got so many issues with it,even though its in working order but deemed unsafe as the foot rest is also broken and deemed a danger for trip hazzerds,the technition will…

Hi i would like to ask for your opinion if possible. I have sent my pip review form on the 27 of April ,actually was sent by citizens advice because I didn't have the mental health capacity to do it by myself. I got a text today saying they received my form ,does anyone knows roughly how long i will be waiting for a…