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Frustration getting on the housing ladder as someone with CP
Hello! First post, so apologies in advance if there's some kind of forum etiquette! Was made aware of this forum by speaking with an adviser today. This post is mostly just going to be me venting and asking for advice from anyone who has gone through the same process. I'm a 30, soon-to-be 31 year old who is trying to buy…
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Help for my family
hi hope someone can help me and my family. i am nearly 19 with cp learning difficulties my mum is 47 also ill she has ccopd arthrtis through her body diabbities and mental health then there is my dad he is 44 and the family carer. also i have aq 16 year old brother who has problems but we dont know what they are we just…
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Hi, my name is pjnlass80!
Hi there nice to chat to you have a nice weekend lots to do in Yorkshire long coastline nice pub lunches , Pauline and grown up family here 😊 plenty of time to pass how about you're travels and hobbies 😁 Cheers healthy living good ideas 💡 💞
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Any help
morning everyone I get pip & esa suffer from COPD asthma bronchitis fibromyalgia chronic back pain. My windows get very wet in morning & mouldy does anyone know if there’s any help to help buy windows?? Thanks in advance have a great day all
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Assistance for Non Slip Flooring in main room I live in
I am currently having a DFG carried out in my Home,however it is being refused to put non slip flooring in the room I spend 99.9% of the time I have already fallen on this flooring that’s normal vinyl on 6th January,which has caused Lymphodema & a lump and I am being investigated on Breast Cancer Pathway 2 week referral, I…
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Disabled Facilities Grant Advice - Using it yourself?
I’ve been going through the whole process of trying to get my bathroom converted into a low level shower for over a year & half , possibly longer and my OT also wanted me to get a stairlift and a permanent ramp fitted instead of the two portable ones I currently have; the case manager overseeing my case came out a few days…
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Hi, my name is Dadofboys25!
Help please...I've been made homeless and am in temporary Accommodation...I have 2 children who I still need to see occasionally...and I am currently on a mattress on the floor...no furniture, no Freezer, nothing at all...I have mental Health and am on PIP and Universal Credit I have to pay towards my kids and with debts…
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Hi, my name is Leah91!
I am currently on universal credit and waiting to hear back from pip but I need some support on getting carpet on my stairs before I get my children back from temporary foster care
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Energy Efficiency Scheme - Who to contact?
I have recently contacted a company to carry out work at my home under the Government’s Energy Efficiency Scheme. Unfortunately, I have experienced nothing but problems since the work began. I have been left without heating, the contractors are failing to attend as agreed, and the work that has been done has caused…
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Motability grants and the 12 hours work rule
I am aware there are certain criteria you have meet before Motability will consider a grant (and this is before means testing). On the Motability Foundation website, one of the criteria is that you need to be in employment for at least 12 hours per week. Don't want to say too much about my circumstances but does anyone…
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Driving lesson grants.
Hi , My 6 years son is getting high reward DLa mobility. We ordered his lease vehicle. I am his component and career. Can I get free 40 hours free driving lesson grants ? Please advice me . Many thanks .
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Hi, my name is nikitamcharnock!
hi i’ve recently got my keys to my first council property, i’m a first single mum my property isn’t carpeted was just wondering if there is any help i can get?
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Hi, my name is lucaray!
Hi everyone, I’m Luca — a disabled writer based in Glasgow. I’m currently working on a memoir about recovery and transformation after a spinal injury, and I’m building a coaching initiative to help others through major life changes. I’m really glad to join this community and look forward to connecting and learning from…
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An important Disabled facility grant question
Hi, at the beginning of the year I had an extension built onto my house for a toilet through the facility grant scheme, and it has changed my life. But, I want to know how many times you can apply for a grant. I have a lock on my front door which are exterior doors and then I have the main door. the key to open the old…
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grant for my husband and adjustable bed
I need to apply for a grant for my husband and adjustable bed, he has a back injury and the doctor has said they won't operate due to a number of factors so I'm trying to make life a bit easier for him as he isn't going to get any better. Any advice is welcomed thankyou
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Grant for a laptop
I have a brain injury, but I'm finding starting to try to put my life back together again. I'm using my phone to look for jobs, make applications and even sort out my transfer to Universal Credit. I do struggle with this, however, and my support worker suggested I think about getting a laptop. Unfortunately, my support…
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Hi, my name is Rocks123!
help for the cost of driving lessons for someone getting carers allowance
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Can I get a dropped curb for free?
Hi my name is Diane. I do not have a dropped curb. I have a mobility car as I don’t walk very well. Would I be able to get a dropped curb and driveway to my door for free. If not then how much would the cost be DIANE H
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Hi, my name is Byron91!
hi I’m reaching out to see if I can seek help for flooring vinyl if possible
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Hi, my name is Jonny0329!
i would like to know who could help me have a shower installed due to my health or is there a grant I can apply for? I'm currently getting PIP due to my health. Thanks in advance
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Looking for charities that help fund electric standing wheelchairs 🦽🙏
Hi everyone 👋 I’m hoping someone here might be able to point me in the right direction. I’m looking for charities or organisations that support disabled adults with funding for electric standing wheelchairs. I know there are some out there – but it’s tricky to know which are still active or accepting applications in 2025.…
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Hi, my name is DoJo!
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Eligibility to get garden cleaned
Good evening all, I am a mother to my 28 y.o daughter with special needs and I am in the process of moving houses. It is a council property from Lambeth council and it has 2 small gardens one inside and out. They are in a terrible state as the house was vacant for years due to ongoing repairs. My question is, are there any…
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Hi, my name is marmite1980! I am disabled physically and mentally I never leave my house I'm ...
I am disabled physically and mentally I never leave my house I'm trying to see if I can get a free laptop to help me stay social and research help groups
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Hi, my name is sweetlip234! i have got a house in leintwardine and my disabled son lives with me...
hi i have got a house in leintwardine and my disabled son lives with me i am on state pension and pip but i was hoping you could help me with a grant to carpet and furnish it please it is a 3 bedroom i would appreciate it if you could help i have tried to do it my self but i am struggling than you
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Scooter
I can't get about anymore and it really getting me down I would live a a mobility scooter so I can get out can I apply for a grant to help me get one even a second hand mobility scooter?
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Hi, my name is sheannie! Are there any organisations that help with moving costs?
Hi I'm after some advice please .I'm moving home soon to be close to my family for health reason .dose anybody know of any organisation's to help with moving cost please
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Hi, my name is EnjoyDM! I'm hoping to gain further insights into the minefield of welfare benefits..
I'm hoping to gain further insights into the minefield of welfare benefits and share tips for savvy budgeting :)
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Struggling with Motability Grant Restrictions – Anyone Else?
Hi everyone, I’m having an incredibly stressful time with the Motability Foundation regarding a grant, and I’m wondering if anyone else has been in a similar situation, being pushed toward a car that just isn’t suitable? I’m truly grateful to have been awarded a grant, but the foundation is insisting that certain vehicles…
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Hi, my name is Kamal023! I am looking help for carpet in council flat
Hi I am looking help for carpet in council flat
