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Esa shaw trust whats going on
Hi my oh is on esa he is disabled and was made reduntant at christmas he has been on esa since january in the suport group and was passed over to shaw trust to help him find work but since january he has had only two meeting with them no interviews or help with filling in forms ect my oh is wanting a job he dosnt like…
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ESA medical
I attended the ESA medical 5 weeks ago and have had no response at yet. Just wondered is that normal?
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could our daughter do martial arts?
our daughter is 4 years old, has hypermobility sydrome and a mental age of 2 in 2 or 3 years we would like her to start practicing a martial art, ie... judo, karate, ect..., for self defece reasons would her disabilities stop her from doing so? as we are worried about her joints popping out also does anyone in the…
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A few questions about my sons appeal and tribunal.,
My son was run over a decade ago and was badly injured. He was getting DLA until last year when they took him of, I'll explain a little later why. Anyway last month he went to tribunal we're it was adjourned. He was ill prepared and they advised to get advice and they wanted to send their DR out. They explained that he had…
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Nuramol - new painkiller
Hi, Can anyone tell me if they're sucked in to all this fancy marketing regarding high falutin pain killers? I've noticed that the new product NURAMOL is a combo of brufen 200mg and paracetamol 500mg, not sure of cost but it'll no doubt be at least £2 or £3. Now you can buy the cheap versions of brufen and paracetamol for…
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backdating CA
Hi, does anyone know how long CA can be backdated? i understand under normal rulles its 3 months but we have an appeal going to tribunal in 3 weeks time for DLA. It has taken 13 months to get to this stage so if we were fortunate enough to get awarded MRC/HRC could we get carers allowance backdated more than 3 months?
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Advice, please!
I'd really appreciate some advice if at all possible, please! I'll try and cut a long story short: I've twin girls who're both autistic, both receiving higher rate DLA, who turned 18 last November. At the moment, both are in a Special School, but will be leaving in July (hopefully to start work at a Disabled Adults…
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Disabled people discriminated against by customs.
Many disabled people are cannot travel and thus cannot benefit from duty free. Is this in breach of the disability discrimination act, and if it isn't is the act fit for purpose?
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How long does it take for a decision once you make a claim for DLA?
I posted the forms on Friday (1st April) to make a claim for DLA for my dd who is 12. As of yet she does not have a diagnosis just a referral to CAMHS. She has very bad behaviour and needs alot more monitoring than most kids her age particularly as she doesnt seem to sense danger. She also has some very disturbing…
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DLA Appeal question?
I have received a letter to say that I have been refused for DLA, however, I have a genuine disability, with strong back pain, and numerous test results to confirm the severity. I need constant help with moving around daily and caring needs. The letter states that they have drawn this decision based on my form and letter…
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complaint about a GP service?
Hi does anyone know where I can complaint to about a GP service that I have received? I know that you usually you would have to go through their own complaints system first, but I want to copy in a 'controlling organisation' ? Is there a such? Thank you
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disabled rail card
If you apply for these what proof of disability do they ask for? cheers John x
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Something nice....
Hiya not sure if this is the best place to post sorry if it isn't, i'm a NEWBIEEE! Just something that is always good to know! 02 arena do free wheelchair user tickets (great seats too) London buses and DLR are free for wheelchair users Blackheath halls do free carer tickets Eurostar do cheaper tickets for wheelchair users…
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SDA benefit
Hi, does anyone still get the benefit SDA? i have had it for many years now. I know its no longer awarded but i was wondering which benefit heading it will come under with the new medicals that are in the pipeline. I'm sure its not going to escape the cuts! I also get HRC and HRM which i understand the medicals are…
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DLA Awarded through tribuneral on Friday
Hi All, I know its a bit soon etc, I was wondering what happens next? DD Awarded HRC & HRM backdated to april last year. Does anyone know how long the wait time is for South Wales for backdated payments? Not sure who to contact (if i need to. Only contacted Tax credits) Any help would be appreciated. Many thanks
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Car finance
Hello, I am a full-time carer for my son and we are in need of a car. I have just had a repair quote of £1500 for my current car which as you can imagine is a nightmare. I cannot be without a car otherwise my son cannot get out (we do not receive a mobility car); does anyone know of a company that gives car finance to…
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Minister on BBC News this morning
Watching the BBC’s soft interview of the health minister this morning showed just why everyone is tarred with the same brush. The actions of the few have consequences for the many! He made it sound so smooth. Those capable of doing some work should do so. We have to get the work shy off benefit. So, what work can most do?…
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Disability equality!
Im registered disabled. We moved to a new house in december as it had downstairs toilets and adjustments etc. We reported that the shower was faulty and kept tripping out. They sent out an electrician and plumber who both confirmed that the shower was broke, and ordered me a new shower. This was the start of feb. Since…
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carers allowance
Hi Just after a bit of advice. my son is needing more care and the childcare arrangements are unravelling and I am looking at having to leave my 2 day a week job. Am trying to predict how much money we would have to live on and sorting finances out etc. When you apply for carers allowance how long does it take to get…
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ESA stopped what now?
i had a medical a few weeks ago and am astounded by the letter i had today from DWP. They say my ESA has stopped because i am not entitled to it as a result of the medical. They included a sheet of paper with the point etc, but its completly wrong and doesnt seem to have taken into account my problems at all, and it only…
