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Motability
Hi, Im looking at the motability scheme. I currently own my own car but due to complications from an inguinal hernia mesh repair two years ago, im struggling to sit upright. For off the shelf cars this is a massive hindrance as cars seem to be adopting an ever more upright seating position. I would like to build myself…
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PIP Tribunal not allowed and bad experience
Hi, I applied for PIP in June 2023 and just had my Tribunal date last week after DWP refused my appeal. I suffer from anxiety, breathlessness, and migraines as well as fatigue, and pains. I was awarded 6 points for daily living and 4 for mobility. The minimum I can say is that this tribunal day was a disaster. The appeal…
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enhanced mobility mental health
hi hope someone can help. i get pip mobility standard rate but think i am entitled to enhanced. i have a dissociative disorder and have periods of time where i have no memory of whats happened, hours can go by with no memory. i have come to harm in these situations and got lost. i do not go out alone only attend mental…
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Hi, my name is BlueMac! I've recently bought a 2nd hand Green Power Unique 500...
Hi all, I've recently bought a 2nd hand Green Power Unique 500, it's not been looked after either. Had to buy new batteries, new charger (wasn't the correct one!), needs a left hand rear wheel arch(zip tied together), new rear/brake bulb holder(melted for some reason and can't find a replacement anywhere, GP far too…
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Hi, my name is BarryW66! I qualify for Disabled Roadtax. I took my private plate off ...
hi everyone, I'm new to scope Online community, it seemed a better place to post when it comes to questions around disability. I find posting on let's say A vehicle specific forum you get a lot of people just having a stab at giving a knowledgeable reply and quite often find that although they have good intentions, they…
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I need advice
Hello I hope you are Al keeping well Please advise me i get pip for mobility and dailing living none are enhanced both are standard I have multiple health conditions lupus(sle),athritis, fibromyalgia and when I called to ask for a mandatory reconsideration they said I will still get my award and it’s still being reviewed I…
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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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PIP appointee for son and mobility when we already have a car on finance
Hello looking for some advice please. My 16 year old son has just been awarded enhanced daily living and enhanced mobility of PIP and I am his appointee. I don’t drive but my husband does and the car is used to get my husband to and from work, shopping and appointments. Our current car is on finance which was taken out…
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Strong blue badge protector recommendations?
Hi living in London where blue badge theft is pretty high, I'm looking for recommendations for blue badge holders that are good and sturdy. Guessing it should be a double protector to protect the clock too. If you live somewhere you don't need a protector that's great. I however do need one. Thanks!
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Hi, my name is Elastic_Band_Man!
Hi everyone I am a 59 year old guy who has hypermobile EDS this causes my joints to dislocate randomly hence the username lol. I have many interests including tinkering with electronic stuff 3d printing, music playing the piano / organ , driving but I keep my physical activity to a minimum as my elastic body complains lol
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jh 500 and only goes 1km after a new battery fitted
Hi I've bought a jh 500 and it only goes 1km I've had a new battery fitted..what do you think it could be plz
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Hi, my name is Carol12! I am wondering about getting cars adapted for use by small people ...
I am wondering about getting cars adapted for use by small people = I am 4 foot 5 inches. I find it difficult to see over the steering wheel and reach the pedals. I have to use a cushion in my present car, but need something larger to allow for a scooter hoist and 2 scooters [one is my husbands] in the boot. I have a blue…
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Hi, my name is chipsncurrie! I need a mobility scooter to get about I have a hoist which needs ...
Hi everyone we live in East Keswick a village near Wetherby Retired now and need a mobility scooter to get about I have a hoist which needs fitting to out Fiat Qubo does anyone no who could fit it in the Yorkshire area Many thanks
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Too Many forks in the road and I don't know which way to go
Hi Everyone This is my first post so please be gentle with me! There is some rambling and a lot of back story but I will get to the point I promise. I've had spinal issues for about 20 years now, with many peaks and troughs. I've had a few spinal surgeries, millions of treatments and I finally got to a semi-decent place…
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GREEN POWER MOBILITY SCOOTERS, TOXIC
Hi, I am the unfortunate owner of a Green Power mobility scooter. It first went wrong early September 2024, two weeks out of guarantee! The fualt I had was that when I put the lever into drive and turned the ignition on all I got was the sounder that sounds when you turn it on without first putting the drive lever into…
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Merton Council has abandoned disabled tenants to suffer in hazardous homes? England
Merton Council has abandoned disabled tenants to suffer in hazardous homes? I would like urgent advice and insight from anyone who has dealt with council housing failures for private tenants, legal battles, or forced homelessness due to totally inhumane and uninhabitable living conditions caused mostly by local authority…
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Mistake Made on PIP Review Form
Hello Everyone, Someone else filled in my PIP review form for me and sent me a copy. I've checked it and it states that I don't drive. I have access to a vehicle and rarely drive, but I do occasionally drive short distances. How do I let the DWP know this? I'm always terrified that they'll stop PIP and this mistake is…
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Hi, my name is Rens72! I am looking for advice concerning the safe storage of my mobility scooter...
Hi there I am looking for advice concerning the safe storage of my mobility scooter in my rented accommodation. I live in sheltered accommodation, I have a one-bedroom flat and I use a mobility scooter due to my disabilities. It is no longer possible for me to store my scooter inside my flat (too heavy and awkward to…
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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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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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Survey on challenges faced my wheelchair/walker/walking stick users
I am conducting research on mobility aids, with a focus on four-legged walkers—however, users of other mobility aids are also encouraged to participate! Your insights will help identify common challenges and potential improvements to make mobility aids more user-friendly. This survey will take about 2 minutes to complete.…
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Hi, my name is flower_fairy66!
Hi all well I came across this site and thought the topics are interesting as I now understand that I have disabilities cronic pain depression anxiety and neurofribomatis type 1 and now I'm going to be tested for Bipolar as I'm in my 50s and feel I've never fitted in so maybe life might make sense Anyway there's a little…
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Hi, my name is sianny08! Any experiences flying from Luton with a powered wheelchair?
Good morning, has anyone had any experience flying from Luton Airport with Easy Jet using a powered wheelchair? We booked our flights mid January and have been in regular contact with Easy Jet since as we have not had confirmation that my wheelchair will be able to get on board, they say they are waiting for Luton Airport…
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Shoes
Hi all, I'm just reaching out because we are struggling, and wanted to see if anyone had any helpful advice. My husband has spastic diplegic CP, and is somewhat unbalanced on his feet, but is able to walk independently. He would love to be able to find a pair of trainers that he could then have adapted. (he has several…
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Hi, my name is BallinduneBeauty! Greenpower JH500 help needed.
Does anyone know how to take off rear nearside wheel as I have a puncture? Also, due to the puncture, I am thinking of replacing with solid tyres. Any recommendations please?
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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 Busterdad! Hi I am new here, I have just picked up a brandnew Greenpower JH500...
Hi I am new here, I have just picked up a brandnew Greenpower JH500. I know its illegal to ride on the roads at 15mph but mine will be on private land, but where is the switch located to enable the scooter to do 15mph. I have tried looking for it under the rear plastic mudguard but being as I am I can't get down to have a…
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Hi everyone new here scoliosis and just looking for advice as to whether to seek a specialist ...
I'm new to this community even though I've been disabled for over some 30 odd years. Multiple issues over the years and adding to them as i age. Latest include scoliosis and just looking for advice as to whether to seek a specialist for this, as i gather they only treat it in the young.
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Hi, my name is Bznkzy! Telephone consultation with PIP but unable to speak on the phone
hi I’ve got a telephone consultation with pip on the 10th of march now I am not able to speak on the phone I get distressed anxious and confused when asked even the simplest of things my memory is deteriorating due to 10+ years of prescription drug abuse I have ADHD Anxiety dyslexia I have physical problems including…
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Accessibility at festivals research
Hello all. I am a Student at the University of Northampton and, as part of my final year dissertation project, I am conducting some research into accessibility at festivals and outdoor events for people with disabilities, specifically impacting mobility. This topic is important to me because, firstly, I am an avid…
