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Next door driving me mad.
I live in a housing association property which to divided neighbours is a 4ft fence .All like this. Which is ridiculous. The joined semi has a mum in her early thirties I think who is pregnant again by her new boyfriend. She has a 7 year old boy who loves football which the ball constantly comes into my garden every day. I…
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Help And Advice With Reasonable Adjustments
Hello All, This is such an amazing Community I wanted to ask for some advice with a issue returning to work after a period of sick leave. I was diagnosed with clinical depression back in 2016. I have had a period of time off work due to an unmanageable workload and burnout (3 months) My workplace requested an occupational…
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Overpayment
For some unknown reason, been overpaid. Dwp have not taken £605 from esa, but £166. I have put it on my journal last week, no reply from them. So the overpayment gone in. How do they take it back ? It would be the same for the 19th of this month. My rent is right amount. When do they actually sort this out . It is a worry
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Hi, my name is danni_23!
Hi there my daughter turned 16 in January and we got told to change to pip. Now we are currently in may and havent had anything yet but are still reciving payment from dla. Do i call pip and ask or leave it im worried if i call up they might say no she wont receive pip and will lose all money for her. Sorry im new to all…
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Hi, my name is Mr_Shoes_Tied!
I'm just some guy
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autistic son, DLA to pip
Hi guys My son is 16, 17 this year, he has gone from DLA to pip, I am his appointee. I had sent back his forms and received a answer that said he would no long be rewarded and scored him a total of 2 points. As you can imagine I'm a little confused with this as I also had the telephone assessment. I have rung them and…
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Life not turning out how you'd expected
I used to think I'd grow up, leave school and life would get better. I'd be rewarded for all the work I put in at school, that things would change and improve but I'm still the same guy I was back then. In fact my world is a lot smaller. Anyone else feel like they're not living their life or that they were made for more? I…
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Joint to Single Claim Carers Element
Hi everyone, Currently on a joint claim (Basic, LCWRA for me, Carers for partner) but I genuinely think my marriage is over. No housing element as house is mortgaged, no children. If I go to a single claim I believe my LCWRA is protected, but quite honestly I would rely on the £209 carers element to be able to afford…
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Who is Aaron Rose, first African-American transgender model with cerebral palsy
Full article Marca Lifestyle Aaron Rose Philip made history at the 2026 Met Gala, becoming the first African American transgender model with cerebral palsy to attend the prestigious event. Her appearance at the iconic fashion celebration marks a major milestone, not only in her personal journey but also for representation…
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Hi, my name is Donbae1234!
Hi I was awarded LCWRA in nov 2025 after submitting sick notes since Jan 2025 my husband has been submitting sick notes since June 2025 he was just awarded LCWRA end of April 2026 will he he receive any back payment Thanks
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Universal credit
I received pip, esa contribution based allowance, disabled premium i not received LCWRA universal credit i never heard this??? I am so confused
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Hi, my name is Jaysmum! my soon to be autistic 22 year old son has been in receipt of Uc plus...
hi everyone my soon to be autistic 22 year old son has been in receipt of Uc plus disability for 7 months. This morning I received a message saying they want 4 months bank statements.. I’m worried because I know my son will not let anyone see his personal things..I can’t access his bank account ..is there something I can…
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VIRGIN ISLAND on Channel 4
Only on Monday and Tuesday evenings for how many weeks I don't know. I didn't watch the first series but this is fascinating! Youngish Brits in a fine location confronting their fears about intimacy.
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ESA new style and lcwra
I started new ESA claim 4 April I'm on lcwra on UC and accepted my commitments 17 April first payment 29th April - will ESA back date me to 11-28th without sick note and how long for put me in support group because UC lcwra then when do they back date me for the support group I'm over 25
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Poem called my stunning virtual friends
Good evening to my virtual friends and I hope you are doing well Keep smiling my virtual friends because you all have gorgeous smiles that brings warmth to our hearts never let our challenges get in our way from sharing a gorgeous smiles to bring a lift and a free gift of a radiant smile that make our days and lives…
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Poem that feels cheerful
"It takes me a long time to do anything, longer for anything new, and some things I can't do." - a short poem by me
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Charger Installation on Motability Question
Does anyone know if you get an EV home charger installed with via Motability. Do they remove it if you end your contract?
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Hi, my name is AJ10!
Good afternoon everyone!
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Webinar: Successfully Confronting and Coping with Ableism
In partnership with My CP Guide, CPSN hosted a webinar exploring ableism through both research and lived experience. The session shared findings from a research project conducted by Deakin University and CPSN, led by Cadeyrn Gaskin (social scientist and research lead) and a research team, made up of people with cerebral…
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Pip oral hearing
Hello I have pip oral hearing appointment coming ahead shall I attend oral hearing face to face oral telephone? Which one have more chance to win pip?
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Hi, my name is dkalyan1! PIP and Employment tribunal on Friday
Hi Everyone, I know how hard it is to look for remote work due to my disability (be it customer service or collection roles). Trying since Dec 2024 when I was unfortunate to be discriminated at work. But joining organisations like this I come to learn I am not alone. I also have to go to Tribunal for both PIP due this…
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New ambulatory power chair user
Good afternoon all, i gave up my mobility scooter and it went to heaven. It's been nearly a year and I've been struggling walking a fair distance. So yesterday I ordered a new power chair just so i can walk my little one to school, i drive mostly but she really wants to be actively walking. I feel quite guilty though as…
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PIP assessment lies!
hi my wife just received a decision letter refusing PIP, she scored zero on every section. she is practically deaf yet they say she can hear alarms and things when clearly they were told she cannot. it was a telephone assessment and I was present and helping to explain yet the report says she managed the call with no…
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A poem called " Spring Breeze "
Spring breeze made me feel that easy, tree leaves blew in the spring breeze at a temperature of 20° and the sun was shining brightly the birds sang melodiously in a clear blue sky without a cloud in sight in the spring breeze at the temperature of 20° and the sun was shining the birds brightly with singing melodiously as a…
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UC review
Hello I had a UC review phone call the other day the call lasted 11 minutes and the agent did not ask for anymore evidence nor did she update and new to dos I have received the call attended message but not the review complete message I had the call Tuesday just gone. I am stressing about it if my review is over can there…
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Hi, my name is Carie!
just new here. Had my wca 2 weeks ago. Already have ADP and New style esa. Been off work since July 25 with chronic pain due to abdominal mesh and mobility issues. I will be getting some nerve burnt in my groin soon too so that sounds fun.
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Hi, my name is mary2310! Ill health payment, effect on UC
I have been paid of work due to ill health and have received my first UC payment which was £78 because I had a pay from my employer last month. I am due to be paid a weeks wage for every year I was employed will this affect my next payment? It should be roughly £3000
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Tribunal decision and ongoing PIP
H. i wonder if anybody can advise me on the following, finally I had Tribunal hearing, decision -standard rate until march 2028, 8 points only, but better thann nothing:) However, in october 2026 i applied for a new PIP jsut in case. it is now in the process Is it a risks, if new PIP gives me only 4 points, would that…
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Hi, I am darkdestiny i just been diagnosised with EDS
Hi everyone, Since August, I have been experiencing extreme pain in my hip, which eventually made it impossible for me to walk, work, or do daily activities. In February 2026, I was diagnosed with HEDS (Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome). Currently, I am seeing a chiropractor to help get my on my feet. I’m really…
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think I'm bi
Hi I'm honestly struggling I think I'm bi but don't know how to know what to do 😭
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