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T-Loop System
Has anyone installed a T-Loop system in their home? I've just bought a T-Loop system from the RNID shop and in the instructions the wire to create the loop goes around the skirting of the room. I'm wondering can I place the wire at ceiling height (to avoid going around doors - you do not get a lot of cable). Anyone?
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Cheaper GAS if Disabled person in the House?
My friend has a 13yr old with disabilities, is there any options to get reduced Gas or Caped service?? She is with EoN, I looked online & can only se info regarding over 60's not disabled customers. Any advice is greatly appreciated.
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Ill health retirement - NHS
Hi, I hope someone can advise me. Im 42 and my usual occupation is a midwife. I have been signed off from work since last September 2008. I have a complex medical condition(s). I was finally daignosed in July 09 and as it looks like im unlikely to be able go back to work in my usual occupation I would like to apply for ill…
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Painkiller Addiction
Wasnt sure where to put this and whether I could but here goes. I have been taking for over 20 years now evervescent cocodamol and it had got to the point I was taking 30 or over tablets a day. I am now on my fourth week of cutting it down to only 8 a day but I am really struggling with what I presume are withdrawal…
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Updated bus pass with added benefit
I am over 65 and have a bus pass, my wife hasn't yet reached that age but has a bus pass due to the fact that she is registered disabled. Of late, I picked up information that suggested my wife could have a carer with her to travel free provided proof was made. I emailed the council asking about this and gave them as much…
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Dammit! Dammit! Dammit!
Oh &*$&£&@*($(*£$&£*%(&(&(%*(*%(*@%(*%(*%(*(£*!!!!!!!! I've gone and fallen down the £$*(*%*((%*(*( stairs leading up to my flat AGAIN. Had to get some milk as I used it up by drinking a mug of it hot last night when I couldn't sleep. Couldn't send DDs out in the pouring rain for it (they were already doing the housework…
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DLA renewal
Middle son's DLA renewal went through ok first time :j and he's on the same rate for another 2 years. One quick question though, if anyone could help, there are no payment dates on the award letter other that the end date. Will the payments just carry on from the previous award, ie the next payment 4 weeks from the last…
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Aunt's had a stroke
HI, My aunt has just had a stroke that has affected her left side. Does anyone know where I can buy one of those 'stress balls' - that are usually all over the place! But I can't find any. I thought it may help to strengthening her grip in her left hand
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Anyone got their £60 yet?
CA went in as usual today, but no sign of the £60. OK so first payment of the year so was being optimistic but saying it will be paid "between Jan and March" is a bit vague. So just wondering if the payouts have started. If so please can you state your benefit and surname so we can see if there's a pattern emerging? Thanks
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Christmas bonus £10 -when due ?
Hi there never had a letter in about the Christmas bounus so was wondering if anyone else had one or any idea when It has to be paid. thanks x
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disability equipment for sale
I stumbled upon this bidspotter auction which has loads of wheelchairs & disability aids plus motorised scooters might be usdeful for someone!! http://www.bidspotter.com/forms/staticgallery.php?gallery=9241&page=2 this is the start of the listings & there are quite a few listings
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getting off incapaity
I am 36 with a partner and three children, aged 12,3 and 2. I have been off work since I had to resign from my job, of 16 years, in 2008. My illness that is stopping from working will prevent me going out to work in the near future. I would love to run a small business from home with the help of my partner. I have seen…
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going to appeal
i have to go to appeal about my sons dla application he has adhd and learning difficulties any advice anyone can give me please im worried about this
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Advice needed for ageing mum
My mum is of advancing years (75) but still wants to hold onto her independence and live in her own house. Suffering from a number of debilitating illnesses, emphysema been the worst, and needing oxygen supplied 24 hours per day, she really is in need of constant care. We try to do as much as we can as a family but can't…
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premuim
I get a premuim. Partner gets Cares Allowance. its 30 something. Yet he aint disabled. We are joint Income Support. Has the DWP messed up?
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Beware of direct Sales Companys tricks
Posting this message because i hear it too often and it makes me mad. To many people seem to keep falling into the direct sales trap when buying mobility Products and paying double the cost or more for equipment that they could purchase from there local Mobility outlet. Craftmatic are one of the major players in this…
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To have or have not - Swine-flu jab and fibromyalgia
I just wondered what others think about having the Swine-flu jab when affected by fibromyalgia? The following is the scenario as it occurred in my case: - I was told by my GP, when I saw him last, that it would be a good idea in my case, and he made the appointment for me for the following week. A couple of days later I…
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Yet again carers have been overlooked
So we have had the latest pre-budget report and again no mention of a change to carers allowance. This is truely shocking.
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DLA/Jobseekers
Sorry I am not quite sure if this should be here or in the benefits section so please move as appropriate. We are in a position where we may have to rely on benefits in the New Year, I have a son with CP. We currently receive high care component of DLA and I receive Carer's Allowance. I know that the CA part is deducted…
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advice for a friend please
hi, i am asking on behalf of my friend who is a single parent of a young lad, she has had 2 dvt's in her lower leg in the past year, she now has problems walking due to the pain she has in her leg she works in a day centre for alzheimers sufferers and her boss is not being very sympathetic about the situation, making…