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'Loss of support' for disabled university students
From BBC News Disabled students at the University of Derby are calling for more specialist support to be available during their studies, claiming the university made changes to its disability support. A group called the Independent Disabled Students Network (IDSN), which was formed to challenge decisions made by the…
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What aids are available to lift things in and out of my car?
I am unable to weight bare much in the way of lifting and carrying things, and I'm struggling sevrely to get things that are anything more than what can casually be carried in a hand or in ny small rucksack in and out of my car. Every time I go grocery shopping or pick up a slightly larger or heavier item to bring home, it…
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Live in carers
Hi all, I live with my dad who has clinical depression and sadly I have developed very severe health anxiety due to his illness and living in an environment that is mentally unhealthy. Also getting pericarditis was a huge trigger. He is a great dad but I just can’t cope here anymore. I have unfortunately been in and out of…
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Hi, my name is maggiemoon! I'm lookfor help I need a disability scooter as I can hardly walk I'm ...
I'm lookfor help I need a disability scooter as I can hardly walk I'm waiting on knee replacement
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Hi, my name is Divaling! interested in buying an electric wheelchair so doing a lot of research ...
Hi, pleased to join and hope I learn things of interest to me. Divaling
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Do Smartphones and GPS technology significantly assist blind people navigate their way outside?
Like could you, using your voice only, programme a smartphone to make a route for you, and when you leave the front door it would (in your ear/headphones) say "go 30 feet to the right" then say "stop" if you come to a road. Then when you cross the road it will tell you exactly where to go to then? Both the direction and…
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ZT500 battery charger split, any ideas please?
hi I’ve got the ZT500 but the on the batter charger transformer box has split, Need to Open the box to repair it but it won’t split apart, any ideas please?
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Phone issues, trying to log in....
So, basically, new phone, new number. Old phone has several issues. I tried to log in to my Universal Credit account - they DO have my email address and when I have an appointment, I get a text AND an email. I can NOT use my phone (battery is very low, not charging AND the sim card is stuck, even the phone shops could not…
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Talking Tablet
Where can i get advice on these Tablets or Notebook which you can make sentences and conversation with someone. For a Stroke Victim Cant speak very well . Mainly Grunting sounds. Hes too embarrassed to go out shopping etc Has anyone gone this route for speech
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Travel Bidet
Hi. I am looking for some advice. I have been asked to go on holiday with some friends. At home i have a clos-o-mat toilet which cleans and drys. I am looking to find out what would do a similar job but would be portable for travelling. Thanks
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Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES)
Hi I have my first appointment for this soon & wondered if anyone with CP Diplegia has tried it & how it works for them? I'm in my late 50s & can't wait to give it a try. I'm hoping for no more scuffing of toes & the ability to walk outdoors with more confidence even if I still have to use my sticks or rollator.
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can i get extra Can I get Adult Disability Payment for diabetes iam on small rate at min and have a hearing aid fitted to day sick of wating for change from esa to uc still no word its a worry :(
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DID YOU ADD YOUR DISABILITY AIDS TO YOUR PIP REASSESSMENT ?
i have quite a few from adult social care , all nhs aids . Should i tell dwp about them ?
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Disability Aid Use Questioned
Hi New to the community. I have a big family event coming up and I'm anxious about family members or old friends questioning my use of my disability aids as they haven't seen me with them before and well, because I experience a lot of prejudice generally having a 'hidden disability'. I predict someone saying something…
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Hearing loss and pip
Has anyone had success with pip when comes to hearing loss had a test today to confirm what I already suspected deaf in one ear and need hearing aid and absolutely deaf in other and no hope of improve, operation and then high risk of infection prevent hearing aid use in that ear as no middle ear bit, it affects me in such…
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Hi, my name is claudia32! ex sky sports customer here. Recently joined virgin...
Hi team... ex sky sports customer here. Recently joined virgin. We have logged out of sky sports on our devices but everytime we try to log in through virgin media it pushes back into the old sky account which of course isn't active. We have deleted and re installed the app. Any advice? Tia claudia
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BURNING/ELECTROCUTING/CHOPPING PAIN all the Same Time
Dear All, I have several co-morbidities, but one of the most debilitating conditions I face is Sensory Motor Polyradiculoneuropathy. My leg(Both legs) symptoms began around August/September 2023, initially as intermittent numbness in both great toes, but they progressed rapidly. By September 2023, I developed permanent…
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Utilising AI to respond to complex government requests.
I recently used DeepSeek R32 an AI application in order to respond to a dispute regarding UC and pensions. I found it very useful so I asked members here if it would be helpful in their own responses to what can be very complex and daunting requests from UC and probably most departments of government. To be clear, if this…
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Hi, my name is gazza56! I’m finding it difficult to get certain websites on my Quest 3 ...
I’m finding it difficult to get certain websites on my Quest 3 . I have removed the parental controls but, still some sites are still blocked ie Reddit. Any suggestions?
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Video Magnifiers
Hi There, I have the Bierley MPD-12 video desktop magnifier which I notice has started to malfunction.I understand the company do a USB version of the same thing for either Windows or Mac and I was wondering if anyone knew if there was a similar and cheaper product available on the market,to purchase?This is an example of…
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Advice on ways to get power to my council garage?
Good afternoon everyone. I'm looking for advice on ways to get power to my council garage. I have a ground floor flat and I am disabled. I currently lease a mobility scooter through Motability and I am finding it extremely difficult to charge it effectively. My flat is cold during autumn, winter and I've found at the…
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iPhone or Android
Hi everyone, I am currently an iPhone user and I am considering a new phone, hence having my model since 2019. I have benefited from having iPhone over the years, although I would say and I’m sure people would agree, that attimes, they can be a little nuisances. when you buy a fast charger, you don’t only the charging…
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Motability Scheme Live, Birmingham, 2025
I am considering attending 'Motability Scheme Live' in May 2025. I am particularly interested in learning more about vehicles and adaptions available to disabled drivers. I am hoping to find out more about drive from WAV's. Has anyone been to these events in the past - they were known as 'The Big Event' and 'One Big Day' -…
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Hi, my name is CPYogi! I'm 66 with mild CP but increasingly debilitating osteoarthritis ...
Hi - I'm 66 with mild CP but increasingly debilitating osteoarthritis that's severely cut down mobility last 5 yrs. Interested in CP and ageing resources.
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Query about Cookies
Hello, could anyone advise me please? I have recently joined SCOPE and now realise that I have a problem in rejecting cookies. I run Linux Mint 20 Ulyana and do not accept cookies in general, though sometimes "strictly necessary only". Having read all I can find about the matter on this site, I still have not accepted and…
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Hello Everyone! I am looking to connect and make new friends.
Hi Everyone, I'm Andy, and I'm navigating life with neurodiversity. I received a late assessment confirming autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), pathological demand avoidance (PDA), sensory processing disorders (SPD), and specific learning difficulties (SpLDs) like dyslexia and…
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Astigmatism and Exophoria(muscle control issues)-Reporting to DVLA
Hi Scope MODS and experts, I have been holding back on posting about this for a while, but I feel compelled to ask after seeing a few things in the news. I have been unable to find any specific advice or policies on the DVLA website. I drive, albeit now for very short distances, mainly due to my fatigue. I have had some…
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Finding the right car for a disabled driver.
Hello, I am exploring the option of purchasing my own car however, the more I look the more confused I become. And the prices! I cannot afford to get a Motability car. Does anyone know of any support available that can help identify the type of vehicle and adaptions one might require, and how to source it? - Google does…
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Hi, my name is LittleGreyCat! Ive just been given my first set of NHS hearing aids
Ive just been given my first set of NHS hearing aids
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Home Essentials and Grants
Hia, Is there anywhere to get help with white goods floor coverings and a new orthopaedics mattress or some kind of Grant if you are not part of a charity group or some be kind of organisation?? I’ve been trying my best to find something myself with no luck at all and I’m already struggling with my mental and physical…
