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Disability money matters

Archives for October 2008

Can I Claim DLA?
Hi Hoping you can give me some advice. I was diagnosed with BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder) in 2001 and although I denied it for many years following a hospitalisation in April this year I've eventually given in and accepted the diagnosis. I also suffer from severe depression. On a daily basis I need encouragement…
Help and advice needed!!!
Hi...I am new to this forum but was hoping someone might be able to offer some help and advice..... I am a disabled person with a so-called "hidden disability"....I claimed benefits at the start of my chronic illness 19 years ago but improved and was advised (wrongly, it now seems) to hand all my benefit books back in and…
Hidden Disabilities Time To Fight Back
I was wondering if anyone has a hidden disability on the forum ? Over the course of the last few years I have been subject to a tirade of abuse and discrimination just because people cannot see my disability. Its about time people with HD's opened up a frank debate on the issues faced by thousands of people in this…
Repeat prescription
I have habit of forgetting too order tablets to last minute and as some are for 28days, 30days, 56days, 100 days and 112 days can be a pain in the backside. Some pharmacies do a service that they will organise reordering your repeat prescription for you and when I was in today picking mine up they had a leaflet to say they…
How are you going to keep warm this winter?
I know there are other posts in other parts of the MSE forums, but I thought I`d ask here for people such as us, disabled people and their carers. DH and I are very careful with the heating but we are cold and we`ve spent £9 in gas in the last 48 hours :eek: All suggestions, light hearted and otherwise appreciated :D
Motability Price Mix up
Hi, I didn't know whether this needed to go in motoring or here, but hope it is okay here. My mum who receives DLA High Mobility due to her disability recently found a new car she liked on Motability. She had looked at the website and had printed off the details which said nil deposit Anyway, thinking this she went in and…
Fibromyalgia/hypothyroidism,etc.
:confused: Hi, I've been reading with interest, some of the comments about fm. I have been treated for breast cancer for two years with surgery, 6 months' chemotherapy, 4 weeks radiotherapy, 12 months' Herceptin and now just continue with oral drugs. In between the chemo and radiotherapy I had MSSA (Staph)/Septicaemia, for…
Fibromyalgia/hypothyroidism,etc.
Hi, I've been reading with interest, some of the comments about fm. I have been treated for breast cancer for two years with surgery, 6 months' chemotherapy and 4 weeks radiotherapy. In between the chemo and radiotherapy I had MSSA (Staph)/Septicaemia, for which I had 2.5 weeks in hospital with over 50 infusions of very…
Disabled Access
Went into Habitat In Canterbury yesterday and asked to use the lift to go upstairs and was told there wasn't one. Does anyone know if this is true? I was really surprised as I thought a big store like that should have had some kind of access. Comments welcome please.
Oral B Toothbrush Heads
I am recovering from some serious dental/facial stuff and need a new Oral B Sonic Toothbrush head. Where can I get a pack of two or more for less than £6.60 including postage, other than on eBay. I don't want to change my toothbrush!
DLA / AA Decision Maker - CLOSED - REFERENCE ONLY
Hi, I am a Disability Living Allowance (DLA) & Attendance Allowancence (AA) Decision Maker based in Warbreck House in Blackpool. If I can help out with any queries about the rules and regulations of DLA/AA please feel free to Message me or post your queries in this thread and i will answer what I can. All advise I give is…
Family Fund?
Hello peeps. I had the very nice lady from the family fund round today and fingers crossed we may be lucky enough to get some help with a new washing machine. Does anybody know how much a washing machine award would be? Many thanks:D
NEW Employment and Support Allowance
Love it or hate it the Employment and Support Allowance has now replaced Incapacity Benefit for new claimants from 27 October 2008. If you are already receiving Incapacity Benefit, you will continue to get it as long as you are eligible, but if you're making a new claim it'll be for the new Employment and Support…
independence for all
The following is a site for disabled people wanting to find out about DIRECT PAYMENTS the way it works it is run by the disabled and answers lots off questions. i hope it is ok to post this and good luck to you all in your quest for independence http://www.enabletogether.co.uk/index.php
Disabled? Jump The Queue at Primark
I've noticed that the Primark in Oxford Street has a till for disabled customers, pregnant mums etc, which saves you queueing. There were about 3 million people in the queue, so I showed my appointment card (I have breast cancer, and look fine on the outside, but get tired very quickly), and was able to jump the queue. If…
bailiffs
well what can i say we was woken up the other morning at 7 am by the bailiffs. it turns out that the car we bought of someone was not his to sell. he had taken out a loan with some company and signed the car over to the company as some sort of surety. weve been told theres nothing we can do about it but report it to the…
help needed please!
hi ive just had a lovely day out with hubby and young son who is registered disalbled, but im getting really cross with companys asking to see my carers card. does anybody know where i can get one in northamptonshire thanks:confused:
cavity wall insulation
Hi there I live in a Bellway home which I moved into new in May 2005. The house is freezing and I had a warmfront man surveyor come round today to tell me that the house does not have cavity wall insulation. My partner is disabled and apparently we can have a grant to have this done free. Does anyone know if Bellway had a…
Adult Trike wanted
Hello! I have a balance problem because of my hearing, and it was recommended that I try a 3 wheeled trike, e.g. a Pashley. I would love to get something but I have been quoted from £399 for a 3 wheeler and from £599 for a Pashley, new. I tried eBay for a second-hand one, but they are all too far away to pick up and…
Free 'Power Down' Plug from Motability
Just seen this on Freebie board (thanks to discobaby) and thought it might be missed here. I had a quick look at the website and its a very useful resource for people with mobility needs. http://www.motability.co.uk/main.cfm?type=SNI&ObjectId=2593 LL

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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