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Disability money matters

Archives for February 2017

Severe disability and carers council tax exemption
Hi. I'd recently heard about these exemptions for council tax exemption if you were a carer and severe learning disability, so I filled in a form last November. . Our circumstances at the time I filled in the form, were that there was myself, the one wage earner, my wife a carer and our daughter who is learning disabled…
Hospital charges for blue badge parking
My local hospital is planning on changing its parking charges (raising them to £4.50 for two hours) for all drivers (up until now, Blue badge holder could park free of charge for up to 3 hours) - this must make my hospital the meanest hospital in the country ? This is to pay for a new carpark, where hospital staff are…
council tax exemption for permanent severe mental or social impairment...
Just found out that an exemption exists for council tax of you have a permanent mental and social impairment, I had never heard of it before.. have any of you claimed for this?Rethink says this: xemption due to severe mental impairment The council tax rules say that a person is exempt from council tax if they have a…
RSA INSURANCE AND ADPTATIONS - help
Hi I have been broken into and had my mobility adptated car stolen. I am currently in the process of claiming on the insurance. My hand controls cost £250, I have been informed that the insurance will only be settled at £111 as they take into consideration wear and tear. I am slightly purplexed and annoyed as I will have…
Disabled parking
hello everyone :) i have a blue badge and in my local areas (Calderdale and Kirklees in west yorkshire) it is free to park in council run car parks all day. However, if i get to the car park and there are no designated parking spaces left, would my carer be ok to let me out of the car then park in a 'normal' bay for free…
Pip assessment
Well I received my face to face assessment appointment which was very conveniently 35 miles away from my house!! I suffer from PTSD, severe anxiety and depression and do not own a car or drive, there is no way that I could make a journey of that length on public transport or cab with a stranger. However I phoned the number…
MSE News: Disabled consumers to get a stronger voice with new business champions
Disabled customers and employees are to be given a voice to promote change and trigger improvements in various sectors...Read the full story: 'Disabled consumers to get a stronger voice with new business champions ' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all…
Fun & Games - PIP
Just had a letter from the DWP telling me that my DLA award is now suspended because I have not returned the PIP2. The form was sent to them on the 9th Feb - it was due back by the 12th. I paid £7.20 for Special Delivery as well and have a printed copy of when and who signed for it at 5.32am on the 10th Feb Anyhow just put…
Stair lift? disabled facilities grant.
Hi there, I've had an assessment with local Occupational therapist and they have called to say the panel have agreed I need a stair lift. So, I am waiting for someone to call to come over and do a financial assessment for a disabled facilities grant. To put it bluntly. I need a stair lift so that I have better access to…
PIP after 65 is it indefinite?
Hello My father turns 65 in a few months. He has just transferred from DLA to PIP, lots of stress and worry but it went smoothly. I know that he will continue to receive PIP and not have to claim Attendance Allowance. I have read conflicting info saying that once an over 65 has an award it stays for life unless health…
Severe Disability Allowance
Hi I currently receive severe disability allowance as part of my income support payment. I have been reading that this is going to be abolished but can't find any information about it. Does this mean that I will be £60+ a week worse off or is it being replaced by anything else? If anyone has any information or a link to…
PIP - 16-64. What happens at 65?
I have just started the ball rolling to try and get PIP. Not holding out much hope after reading posts on here but I do have mobility problems which affect my normal way of life, so fingers crossed. I have just turned 64 a few days ago, if I am lucky enough to get it, what happens when I reach 65, does it stop? If it…
Payment 3 weeks of DLA no award for pip yet
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Pip assessment questions
Does anyone know what type of questions they ask? Thank you
PIP Tribunal Hearing Experiences - Share Your Story
I'm starting a thread to gather information and to discuss PIP tribunal experiences. I'm curious how these tribunals conduct these hearings. Are some judgmental and others more understanding? I've heard some horror stories and I've also heard positive ones, too. As I understand it, these PIP tribunal hearings have to make…
Carers Allowance?
Sorry bit clueless on this matter wondering if anyone can help. MIght struggle to provide all the relevant info too so it could be apointless question. Partners mother recently had surgery and we're in the process of getting her to our house. She was offered respite but when OH checked the places out she wasnt that happy…
Extra Payment ?
Just wondered if anyone here can help with a letter from the Pension Service ? in it they state I could be getting extra help , money wise , because of a Severe Disability , as I am on Pension Credit ! Your reply is appreciated ..... Regards
Pip face to face meeting
Hi I have sent the pip forms and have have been told i will have to see a health professional which is very stressful for me. Would love to know if anyone has had this and what do they ask etc Thank you so much.
PIP Award Review & ESA questions
I've recently been sent a PIP Award Review form. It says that after I return it, I could get a telephone call or have to go to a face to face consultation. I'm finding the process extremely stressful and it's weighing on my mental health. Luckily a friend is helping me fill in the form, but I don't know if I can deal with…
Badly broken arm, I get work related ESA, what do I do?
Badly broken arm to point I am signed off but I get work related ESA anyway, do I still need to tell ESA?

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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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