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Archives for April 2013

IDS - urges wealthy elderly to 'hand back' benefits
What prompts whoever moved this post into a totally unrelated thread to do so without reading what was written, and reading the thrust of the meaning was it was intended to convey by the writer. It's totally out of context here. On a personal level, it can't be followed up by the original author, was that an unintended…
Atos assessment appointment
Hi all, I feel angry at the minute having sat down earleir and worked out what it will cost me in pain, time and money to attend the Atos assessment centre in Boston an dneed advice on how to ask them to change the appointment. Briefly I have chronic disc degeneration in lumber region leaving me in pain whether it be…
ATOS again.........
ATOS have ruined my birthday:( Letter arrived this morning saying OH has to attend another "medical assessment". Last year they were sent full details of his illnesses with letters from the consultant / surgeon, which basically said that his condition will not improve. I just can't understand why they keep on calling him…
Should "Carer's Allowance" be claimed?
I have a friend who's a full time carer for a person who receives DLA. I have advised them that they can claim "Carer's Allowance" (their circumstances fit all the criteria). They are concerned that if they submit a claim for "Carer's Allowance" it will affect the life time DLA that the person they care for claims (there…
Can Tena pads be had on prescription?
As the heading really as it an item of spend that I could with saving on.
DLA visit from Dr - what to expect?
Hi everyone Looking for a bit of advice, and some reassurance as I am very nervous about a visit from the ATOS Dr this week re my claim for DLA. I don't mind about being "tested", I have just heard so many horror stories of them trying to catch you out. I have been claiming Incapacity Ben for nearly 10 years, and have just…
FIRST CHOICE "TRANSFERS INCLUDED" (only for non wheelchair users)
We recently decided to re-visit Benidorm and set about booking an all inclusive holiday with FIRST CHOICE, transfers included, choosing our desired holiday from the internet. We have a seven year old Daughter with cerebral palsy who cannot walk. This poses issues which cannot be addressed when booking online such as…
Where can I get a new Blue Badge timer disc from?
Mine is well & truly worn out now so wondered where I can buy a new one but not just another card one but something more durable? [threadbanner]box[/threadbanner]
Doctor's referral
Am I correct that if your gp refers you to a consultant and diagnosis is correct/diagnosed, they get a reward payment? I know it costs GP to refer me.... Does anyone know? I am asking this question because I am trying to get a referral but as usual, they are very tight on money and if they get reward then they should refer…
Blue Badge abuse????
Over the past couple of weeks I have been taking my grandson to the swimming pool for lessons. Each time I have seen a black '61' Range Rover parked next to me in one of the three 'on road' disabled spaces (I have a BB). This week my grandson when getting out of my car said that that car is uncle '****' car he must have…
Courtesy lines on road.
Could someone advise me how to get our courtesy lines which signify a dropped kerb, parking access required, renewed please. When we moved here three years ago, we were please we had off road parking with dropped kerb and more pleased we had white lines painted on the road. Sadly they require refreshing and extending…
Woman jail by council for caring too much
I was concerned when I read this, as who else is going to care for a love ones other than the family Some of us knows from experiences as well as from the media how care homes and or council's views are on people with have dementia and how some care home treats its patients. These secret courts are scary indeed, I was not…
Man Jailed After Comments Made In Atos Assessment
just read this posted on facebook http://johnnyvoid.wordpress.com/2013/04/25/man-jailed-after-comments-made-in-atos-assessment/
won my esa appeal after 1 year 4 months of waiting got awarded 21 points but now :s
hello, I have been waiting for my appeal date for approx 1 year 4 months my actual atos medical was in dec 2011! i was seen today after 2 adjournments. I was awarded 21 points from the 0 atos gave me in 2011 and now i am happy but confused, the judge told me my money will go back up as off today as i get paid tomorrow i am…
received medical report advice please
requested my atos medical report two days ago and its just arrived, still waiting for my decision letter, would be gratefull if anyone could tell me if there is anything i can do to get the ball rolling regarding my first port of call once i receive it. my report states that i cannot for the majority of the time, remain at…
Student mental health disability and rent? Need legal advice
I'm currently a 23 year old 3rd year student. In the past I have several mental health diagnosis'. In 2006 I was diagnosed with severe clinical depression. In 2009 a further diagnosis of Bipolar Affective Disorder Type 2 was made by a psychologist treating me. I have been on a variety of medications for the last 7 years…
Anyone asked for Atos staff member at assessment
I've been on Incapacity Benefit for about 10 years due to severe stress and depression. I did have one assessment some years ago, where they lied so much on my form that I lost my claim and it took about 6 months of having no income to go to appeal which overturned the decision immediately. I've just received a form asking…
disability and social housing
Not sure if I'm posting in the right area - but I hope so. Can anyone point me in the right direction of rules/regulations/legislation regarding bathroom facilities for a disabled person in a housing association bungalow. My MIL was moved to a bungalow approx. 18 months ago, she is unable to use a normal bath, but it was…
This is a Petition that needs to be signed
https://www.change.org/en-GB/petitions/department-of-work-and-pensions-hold-a-public-enquiry-into-deaths-after-atos-medicals?utm_campaign=twitter_link_action_box&utm_medium=twitter&utm_source=share_petition 10,600 Related ATOS Deaths - Michael Meacher MP - speech on Atos and Work Capability Assessments.…
medical court case
Has anyone had an experience with sueing a doctor? My diagnosis was denied and I am having a prospect of living with permanent damages because of delay caused by the negligence. Do I need to submit my complaint to PAL first or do I just contact a solicitor? I appreciate if anyone could point me in the right direction.

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