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DWP admit to confusing facts
I had my IB stopped after a PCA in November 2007 which I took further and had an appeal hearing in April 2008 which was not allowed. By that time my health had deteriorated so much I couldn't cope with the situation. Several months later, with much encouragement and support from friends and my gp in October 2008 I made an…
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ME - aids and adaptations?
Hi all, I'm throwing out my OH/carer, and so need help from somewhere else. I have ME and bipolar. Social services don't offer help, just put you in touch with private companies that you pay yourself. My GP has agreed to refer me to an OT, and I wondered what kinds of aids and adaptations are out there? I really struggle…
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Need a quick reply re DLA
Hi - my dd first lost her DLA (she has spina bifida) - she was on the highest rate of mobility and highest rate of personal care - then when she asked them to look again at it she discovered she now has Hodgkins Lymphoma and has started chemo - they have now given her the lowest rate of mobility and the lowest rate of…
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Anyone know if a grant is available for having a drive put in?
Just wondered, I get mobility but we have no where to park as neighbours both sides have work vans and 2 cars as well:rolleyes:
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mobility allowence
Can you claim for just mobility rather than DLA and mobility. I doubt I would get DLA as I am self caring. My problem is Severe chronic back pain following an RTA 2 yrs ago. I take lots of drugs but the pain is awful to the point where I can hardly walk. I am under the care of GP, pain clinic and orthopaedics awaiting an…
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'I've got Autism' Badges. What are your thoughts please
They have badges on the NAS website that says 'please be patient, I am auttistic' or 'I have autism so my behaviour can sometimes be unpredicatable'. I am tied on these, half of me things I am throwing my child disability on peoples face and the other half of me thinks 'stop staring' if he is throwing a strop. So I…
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Shoprider Capri - changing batteries
I had to change batteries for this scooter after 3 years of use. A few tips, it's not as straightforward as it should be.. Mind and get the correct batteries. I opted for Yuasa NP12-12, 12V 12A which fit perfectly from https://www.batterymasters.co.uk @ £22.41 each plus Vat each were the cheapest at the time. I reclaimed…
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had visit from social services today
good afternoon all:o i dont know whether anyone remembers my previous post about SS making an apt to visit me following a referral from a lady i :ohad a different apt with. well 2 ladies came today and were brilliant.i didnt know what to expect but was told that they would be able to help me . they are arranging for…
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Reclaiming dla???
just need some quick advise please.. My sons dla is soon due to be renewed but i dont know what to do, could any one tell me if a disease is under control with medication and not like it was in the begining ( still really bad days though) am i still entitled to claim dla again.. he is in remission but for how long we dont…
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* Disabled Scooter needed.... *
Hi, My disability has gotten alot worse over the last couple of years and i am now looking at getting a mobility scooter in the next few months. I wondered where is the best place to get them? How much i would be looking at? Pro's and con's of new or second hand. Can i get help towards getting one? Thats enough questions…
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DLA - why does it take so long !
I finally plucked up courage to ring up about my renewal - 8 weeks this week. I was told it was with the decision making team and they would be making a decision at the end of the month and I could expect a letter a few days after that !!!!!! If they have it NOW why wont they be making a decision until the end of the month…
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Disability stroller
My son who is autistic uses a disability stroller that we purchased ourselves. However times have changed and we are now surviving on benefits. The stroller needs a sunshade and raincover, who could we approach for help with this. It will cost about £60. Many Thanks
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another help question
now that i have got my dla renewed can my husband who has been my carer get his money backdated , its taken a few months for my claim to be successful.:confused:
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how long????
just received letter today confirming that my claim for dla has been renewed. only thing is it does not say for how long. anyone know why?:confused:
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IB appeal - tribunal
Hello. I am in the process of appealing the decision of my medical. I am at the stage of choosing if I want to go to a tribunal as my appeal failed. I am undecided if I want to take it to the tribunal as I am just getting even more stressed with it all, everytime I get a letter my heart is going forty to the dozen. If I do…
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how do you get you wheelchair on a bus?
i had an accident on a bus last year where i was on one of those bendy buses. the driver did not slow down when approaching a corner and so the back of the bus swung out. i toppled backwards on my car and went skidding along until eventually stopping as my head crashed against the double doors. i was in hospital for a…
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Chippenham Job Centre - Email ?
Does anyone have an email address for Chippenham Job Centre ? I need to contact them to see whether they have LOST my ESA50 questionaire sent 4 weeks ago - nothing heard since My speech is not up to a phone call - and my local DEA advises that I contact them - HOW ?
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Can you get motobility before 3 years old?
My son has cerebral palsey and so needs physio. We had someone visiting every couple of weeks, but that's had to stop and my wife now has to visit the hosiptal every month. The lad's one of twins so public transport isn't an option due to the size of the buggy so we could really do with another car. I can't really afford…
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Anyone Know Of Any Help Out There?
Sorry if this is in the wrong place, feel free to move if it is. I am unable to work at the moment and am on IB. My partner works and we claim working tax credit. Anyway since I stopped working the bills have been mounting up. The other day I found out about a scheme called welsh water assist to help with my water and I…
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Equipment you have for your needs (C.P)
Hi I would like to ask what equipment you have at home to help, I have a child who is 9 y.o,she has Cerebral Palsy,we have an O.T coming out next week to see about a shower,but I would like to ask for some other things also,eg step to be taken away,any advice would really help as she has not been seen for two years. If you…
