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Disability money matters

Archives for May 2018

CHC Retrospective Claim Appeal Refused
Hi All, I would like some help and advice regarding a PUPoC Decision Appeal for my late Mother who died after suffering terribly with Parkinsons Disease in March 2017. Briefly… My mum was originally discharged from hospital into a care home after suffering a Stroke around Oct 2013. I applied for CHC funding on the 5th…
Chronically ill? Over 50? Early pension
Just found out I can access my pension early because I’m 52 and my health is unlikely to improve. A bit scunnered that if I want to take more than 25% out, I need to pay huge amounts of tax, but still glad I can get some money out.:beer::j
difference between heath and social funding
Hi Im a dad to a lad of 22 with severe learning issues autism and he is non verbal . We have been asked by the council to apply for ccg funding from the Nhs . This is the 2nd time this has happened and unless there is a point to it im not keen on repeating the whole exercise . So i guess im asking has anybody done this is…
PIP- moving
11 e Cannot undertake any journey because it would cause overwhelming psychological distress to the claimant. 10 points 11 f. Cannot follow the route of a familiar journey without another person, an assistance dog or an orientation aid. 12 points What criteria would it be for a person who can suffer panic attacks even…
DLA - PIP AND Carers Allowance
My daughter is severley sight impaired, registered disabled and receiving DLA. She also has a lifelong medical condition diagnosed as Behcets disease or syndrome and mental health issues. She is in the support group of ESA due to inability to work. Some months ago she moved and informed DWP of her change of address. Then…
Help with moving and furnishings
Hi Folks I am seperating from my domestic abusive husband (non violent) and have finally been shortlisted and offered a home after 2 years. I have progressive Multiple Sclerosis and get Dla and Esa. Only problem is the housing assosiation wants 2 weeks rent in advance (£307) and asim leaving my husbands property I will…
Fighting un-signposted car park charge letter - Disabled passengers and drivers and card charges
Hello everyone, First post here as I'm utterly confused and at the end of my tether as what to do. Myself and sports team mates and we had a game down south and myself and another of my team mates parked around the back of the venue saw no signs anywhere detailing it was pay and display. I stuck teammate's (who I gave a…
Check your WTC now
Quick question today mser's As I have working tax credits summary in post from hmrc. Is the green tic box paper sheet my renew pack? I.e. check your tax credits award now. If it is do I copy my salary from my 2017-2018 p60.
Changing power of attorney processes within banking
I have no idea how to go about what I am about to suggest but, at a time when you really need things to get a bit easier, registering a LPA with the various banks, pension providers, government agencies, share registrars etc takes an age and can be quite costly. Firstly, why don't we havet an informal process? If I have…
Specsavers hearing aids
Hi, I have worn an NHS hearing aid for 6 years but am looking at buying aids. I now need an aid in each ear. I've been to Specsavers today for a test and am looking at the Signia Advance Instant Fit 817 at £1995 a pair. However, I can't find any information about this aid online? I can't find anything on the Specsavers…
Injured veteran son living with us
Is there anything we can claim for our son who has been discharged from the Army with a war pension and is been living with us since September 2016 after break down with his marriage due to his injuries
Carersmart?
I was looking to renew my wife's cinema card, and stumbled across Carersmart. Has anyone heard of them? They puport to offer big cashback offers at high street retailers for their members, but it all smells a bit fishy, to me? They say they are affiliated with the Carers Trust, but I was only aware of Carers UK, so again,…
Buying a house - boiler grant?
I have a disability, MS. I am buying a new house to better suit my needs. The boiler is really old, as well as the electrics. In my previous house in 2010 I was able to get a new combi boiler free from Warm Front, does a scheme like that still exist, if not how do I apply for help in purchasing a new boiler? Thanks for…
Blue Badge
I've just renewed my Blue Badge online. But the process did not ask me to upload a photograph for it. Do they not use a picture of the holder, no more? Thanks
Should I warn GP ?
Should I warn my GP that Blue Badge will be contacting her - to see whether or not to issue me with a renewed blue badge ? Or will that appear "pushy" ?
Dla to pip panic
Hi , I phoned for my husband to go from dla to pip , panicked on the phone and said no to using previous dla evidence , I've tried to ring them this evening on the helpline number they gave me for pip but they are shut for the weekend .should I phone them and ask for it to be changed or should I ring someone else ? What do…
Complaint About Social Services Autism Adult Care
This isn't really the right place, but I don't know of any other on this forum that is slightly more appropriate. I was assessed as needed social work help, particularly with 'live' face to face communicating, with a new kitchen and bathroom and some general 'housework' support. I know I write well, but I don't do face to…
Carers allowance question
Hi, hope someone can help. I care for my husband and i recieve the £64 per week for Carers allowance but this gets deducted from UC every calander month. I cannot see any logics in claiming carers allowence that is being paid in one hand but being deducted via UC. Am i right in thinking that if i stop carers allowance…
Vehicle insurance discrimination
I wasn't sure whether to post here, consumer rights or motoring, it would fit in them all. We recently found ourselves in need of a second car and in an effort to get my wife back on the car insurance ladder and build up some NCD we decided to insure it in her name. (Her NCD had run out as it is over three years since she…
DLA to Pip transition
I've been transition from DLA to Pip and like everyone else and very confused by the payment dates. I have always had DLA paid weekly on a Wednesday and obviously PIP is paid 4 weekly. On the award letter it says that I will be paid £45 ish on Friday the 11th to cover from May the 9th to May the 11th and then payments will…

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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
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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
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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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
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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
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Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
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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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