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BUSINESS STARTUP GROUPS
Hi Folks Are you aware of any business start up groups and business mentors for disabled people? Thanks
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Accessibility Needs
I had a message in my To-do list this morning - to fill in about my accessibility needs. I had to write in my journal that my needs weren't in the options that they gave (mostly physical needs) - but I had others (housebound due to schizophrenia). Now I'm worried that they are asking this because they are wanting me to…
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Hi, my name is Crazybobs! i'm 60 in a few days and rely on my Greenpower scooter
Hi all, i'm 60 in a few days and rely on my Greenpower scooter to take my dogs for long walks in the forest. Although i suffer Osteo Arthritis throughout my body, i am a mechanic by trade (medicaly retired) and carry out all my own maintenance, repairs, and hopefully mods, so am looking to exchange ideas and info regarding…
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having trouble with Green power my zt500
I am also having trouble with Green power my zt500 as similar problem it had a full charge but after 5 miles registered as empty upon contacting them they said it sounded like the batteries but they were only covered for 6 months and they couldn’t get to me for 15 days not great if you’re disabled
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Companion when having surgery?
I'm not sure where to ask this but here goes. I'm due to have gallbladder surgery in a couple of weeks and I don't think I'm going to have anybody to accompany me to and from hospital. I have M.E. among other issues but even if I didn't, everyone needs somebody to accompany. Is there any way I can get somebody to help me?…
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Needing help
hi I'm new to hear I'm Looking to go self employed I'm On uc and pip LCWRA with housing benefit I'm Looking to start up a business and need help
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Hi, I'm Happyfeet2026! Any divorce mediators that are disability friendly?
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Anyone else?
Does any one else have anxiety about what others think of you as a parent because of your child’s behaviour related to their special needs?
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Hi, my name is Ballynascreen! would like to join discussion on Mobilityplus ...
would like to join discussion on Mobilityplus Nova electric wheelchair
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Welfare deputyship
hi I am thinking of applying for welfare deputyship for my 15 year old non verbal child who has learning disabilities. So I can make decisions for him in regards to care etc once he’s an adult. But I have heard the court don’t issue these orders unless in severe circumstances. Anyone had any experiences. Any help would be…
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GP appointment for AuDhd referrals - what to expect
Hello all, Tomorrow my GP will be calling me about my request to be referred for ADHD and Autism assessments. I submitted the forms to my GP before Christmas last year so it's taken a long time just to get to this point, (I don't know if that's normal but I know my GP practice is dangerously oversubscribed). I'd like to…
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Need some advice
Hi everyone, me and my partner has a non verbal autistic son who is 7. He's getting a handful for mum as I'm at work. We not sure if we both care for our child or just swop roles, she work and I stay at home. He's all dad ATM and kicks off when I go work or go anywhere without him. We do have a PA but it's only 4 hours a…
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WCA50 Telephone assessment
Hi, I posted my WCA50(first one ever) in November last year and have just received a letter informing me that a telephone assessment has been set up for later this month. I included lots of evidence from consultants/professionals confirming my diagnosis, The main ones are a worn-out hip that requires replacing which…
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Help needed on adaptations and statutory overcrowding
Hi, need some advice, Im disabled with two teenagers daughter 16 and son 13, we live in a one-bedroom basement flat, ive needed adaptations since 2015 unfortunately due to being overcrowding ive not been able to get these adaptations ( walk in shower, toilet and kitchen) I have 8 steep stairs to street level, ive been…
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Why is NHS counselling helpful, but the other part has failed to help?
I have been getting NHS counselling for my anxiety but I got some tools that I can now use for now but for now the only issue that not NHS counseling has not helped me with is my mother's anxiety and keeps trying to help me when I'm overwhelmed. I have also been also on Sertline 50gm but it is only helping with my anger…
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Frustration with assessment
hi all, new here had my pip assessment today and feel frustrated and wondering if there is anything I can do in regard to correcting any misunderstandings? I have autism, adhd, ocd, arfid, arthritis and Ehlers danlos syndrome. My application form was very long and comprehensive, as I am best at written correspondence due…
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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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Sleeping on the street with cancer...
Hi, I have been living in Lambeth for 6 years, my health and life have been in ruins, I dreamed of returning to work, I met a fantastic woman with whom I know I could start my life again, even if I died in the meantime. A few weeks ago the doctors announced that they had found signs of cancer in me, in 3 places in my body,…
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Hi, my name is hadworkingwater! Relationship advice needed
I (36 F)had a conversation with my partner (36 M) over the weekend and I expressed I that I was feeling a little lonely and unwanted the past few weeks, due to always making effort to plan things, never been asked about my day or how I was feeling with flu despite me asking multiple times how we was and trying to make him…
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ESA Migrated to UC last year, Possible move with Parent
Hello so i'm just looking for some advice please, i'm currently in receipt on UC LCWRA with full transitional protection i currently live in a one bedroom place while also being in receipt of enhanced rate pipe care/mobility, i receive financial help within UC towards rent/council tax, my parent has cancer and is…
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PIP Activity 9 Communicating face to face and Activity 1 mobilty
Can anyone simplify this for me Andrew Department for Work and Pensions guidance in PIP Assessment Guide (“a person should only be considered able to follow an unfamiliar journey if they would be capable of using public transport”) - whether claimant who cannot access public transport owing to physical problems can qualify…
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Motability changes
We live rurally , have to travel to the next county for hospital appointments. There's no public transport. Really Concerned how we'll manage with milage being reduced to 10,000/year. If we want to do anything we have to drive.
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PIP Appeals
How long is the duration for PIP Appeals to the FTT. I applied for PIP daily living on 17/07/2024 and my application was refused on 05/11/2024. I then apply for MR through Citizen Advice Lambeth and Merton and it was refused on 05/12/2026. Centre made appeal for me to the FTT on 17/10/2025 and in October 2025, the DWP rang…
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Returning to College part time on PIP/UC?
I've been trying to get on a computer course at Sheffield College for years but they keep telling me I'm too old because I'm considerably over 25! Anyway, even if I could go, due to my age I probably wouldn't qualify for funding so could the PIP/UC pay for it as I doubt it'd be cheap depending on the course level etc?
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ESA payment is late
I'm waiting to see if I've been moved to the support group for ESA. I've had the telephone Assesment band all documents Dwp have revived. My usual sea payment is now 2 days late . Any ideas I can't call as I'm not in the Uk at the moment
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Soumitra - How do I cope with social isolation or loneliness?
Hi everyone, My name is Soumitra [Removed by moderator - personal information], an Oxford-based entrepreneur & photographer. I’m looking for ways to improve my workplace skills and boost my confidence at work. I’d love to hear from others who have experience in this area. Do you have any strategies, tips, or resources that…
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Care package
Good evening. I am awaiting a care package to be completed with social worker. I've had one visit but as its complexed my situation barriers and triggers a further 2 are needed. I was transfered from legacy benefits for managed migration to uc with lrwa element and transitional protection payment. Do they take into to…
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New Style ESA and PILON
Hi there, I am currently receiving New Style ESA in the Support Group. I have recently been dismissed from my job due to capability of ill health and i am due to receive a Payment in Lieu of Notice (PILON) of 4 weeks and holiday pay. I would like to clarify whether receiving these payments will affect my ESA, and if so,…
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Closed universal credit claim. Can I appeal?
My universal credit claim was closed suddenly today and I need some advise. The reason was too much capital in a house I wasn’t occupying ( equity of 50 k ). I vacated the property after falling ill and staying with my elderly parents whilst recovering from major surgery. I have returned to the property after 6 months…
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Shoulder Replacement op - anyone ?
I am looking for someone who has had a shoulder (s) replaced - any experiences Was it 100% successful ? if not - what went wrong ? Recovery Time ? etc etc etc
