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Universal credit help
So bit of a tricky one… my grandfather & grandmother passed away leaving their house to my father. However, he hadn’t realised that this would impact his universal credit. The plan was always that the deeds would go straight to my sister and not be in his name anyway, but the wills did not reflect this. The property is…
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Help advice on UC/LWCRA/ADP and moving in with a partner
Hi there, I was wondering if anyone could please help me with information. I am currently on a single-person UC getting £357 a month after deductions living with my mum. I also receive the Scottish Adult disability payment of £434.20 a month. I have just been awarded LCWRA and I have just been offered a part time job of…
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Hi, my name is lori! 5 year old son struggling in school - ADHD and ASD
my son is 4y10 months, 5 in January. He recently started reception in September however has attended the school including the nursery since 3. He has struggled throughout this time and I have been having TAF meetings for 1.5 years. He does not have a diagnosis yet but school suspect he has ADHD and ASD. Dad also has ADHD.…
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Cerebral Palsy Specialist-Cardiff
Good afternoon everyone. I'm Sara and I've worked for Scope for five years in the family services team. I wanted to introduce myself again as I have recently been appointed as Scope's Cerebral Palsy Specialist for Cardiff and surrounding areas. I'm looking forward to working with the cerebral palsy community. Online and…
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Adoption application
My wife and I are beginning to look into adoption, but I’m feeling anxious that my disability might affect our chances. I have hEDS, POTS, and IIH, and I’m an ambulatory wheelchair user. We’re planning to go through our local authority (Southwest), and I’d love to connect with anyone who has been through this process as a…
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My carer needs help
I am disabled and my carer is my husband full time at home and he hurt his back last week and has been told to rest and not do heavy lifting but there's stuff he can't do with my care and every day tasks . what Help is available? East london Newham?
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Mum writes play about her battle for son's cerebral palsy support
Mumfighter-Swansea play review. Powerful play explores life bringing up a disabled child. Wales Online Mumfighter play review
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Research participants needed: Yoga to support children/young people with physical health conditions
Hi there, I am a trainee Clinical Psychologist at the University of Exeter and I am researching the use of yoga to support the mental wellbeing of children/young people with physical health difficulties. I am looking to interview children/young people and/or their parents/carers about their experiences of yoga. They only…
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I need an extra bedroom for my disabled daughter
hi I need help to try get an extra bedroom as I live with my 2 daughter who are 7 and 15 my 7 year old has ADHD and is not sleeping til early hours in the morning so my eldest daughter is suffering as she can’t go to bed til my youngest is asleep she gets high rate DLA and low rate care I’ve sent proof of her DLA to the…
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I surprised my brother earlier
My mum asked me if wanted to go out local Lidl with her and surprise my brother as he came home yesterday on his own for a week. I went with her and I hid near a door way of an old charity shop and as my brother and our mum were walking past where I was stood, I said to my brother as a joke "you're not allowed to go that…
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Hi, my name is Daffodil94!
I’ve just discovered Scope and am looking forward to exchanging information and ideas with you all. I'm a 71 year old Mum, grandma and friend to disabled members of my family and community. I also have my lovely cat Nova who is 3.
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Hi, my name is mum002! Child's respite stopped suddenly with no alternative given
Hi, I've just found this forum. And looks like a wealth of information. I have 2 sons with high needs. 1 funded by council and 1 funded by chc. Such a minefield. My son who is funded by chc has just had his 1 night a week respite stopped with immediate effect with no thought to the detrimental effect it will have on him…
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Veezu partners with Cerebral Palsy Cymru for October Fundraising
Veezu partners with Cerebral Palsy Cymru Jack Price, Regional Director at Veezu, added: “We’re excited to partner with Cerebral Palsy Cymru and support the incredible work they do for children and families across Wales. Our team is proud to be part of an initiative that will make a real difference in the lives of those…
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Hi, my name is adcook! When will I receive ESA backpay?
hi , new to this. Finding it all a bit overwhelming at the moment ! 😵💫
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Spotlight On Rainy Days
The summer weather does not seem to want to stay! So we’ve been thinking about rainy day activities for our children (and us!) Many indoor activities can be adapted for disabled children and adults. Need to burn energy? Have a kitchen dance party. Enjoy making things? Cornflour, water and food colouring mixed together…
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Shouting in the garden at 2,3 or 5am
Hi just a quick query about what to do. My daughter who lives at home, is starting last year at uni. She also suffers from Epilepsy and POTS. To keep her epilepsy and pots controlled, she needs to get a good amount of rest and undisturbed sleep. As well, she must not overheat. Her window therefore, needs to be open. A…
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Mutual exchange discrimination
Hi, My first post here! It’s quite a long complex story but I’ll try keep it brief. I’m currently trying to do a Mutual exchange to a larger housing association property. I require a stair lift for my own needs and was also recommended a wet room in my current property by OT as I struggle due to mobility to always get onto…
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Questionnaire for College around Accessibility
Hi All! I’m reaching out as part of a college project focused on raising awareness and finding solutions to improve accessibility for people with mobility issues. This topic is close to my heart, as I’ve personally seen how challenging daily life can be for individuals facing mobility barriers. To make a meaningful impact,…
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Hi, my name is wisdom39!
Nice and caring
