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Social housing and disability
Hi my husband is finding it incredibly difficult to negotiate our house as his disability is getting worse. He asked the council to join the choice based letting scheme as we have a council house and he was awarded medium medical points. Since then we have had an occupational therapist visit and grab rails fitted she said…
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Disability and capital gains
Hi, In 2007 I had to sell my business due to a consultant at a hospital saying I needed both my legs amputated. My accountant said I’d have to reinvest in another business within 18 months or I’d have to pay capital gains tax. After the 18 months was up I’d still not had the amputation and despite complaining to HMRC that…
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Blue badge with lanyard
I have a blue badge but have heard that if you have had to leave your badge and clock in the windscreen of your car you could get a smaller badge with lanyard to use inside the venues etc, but I have forgotten the website?
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Care Home Agreement Con
My mother has lived in the same care home for the past four years. Some of the cost is paid by social service, all of her state pension plus all of her small private pension which is £165 per month. I cant remember exactly when, possibly a few weeks after my mother started the residency, the care home asked me to sign a…
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PIP time scales
Hi, we made A claim to PIP in August and the form was returned in early September. We was told approx 10 weeks for a decision. Can’t remember if it was 4 with atos and 6 with dwp or visa versa. Dwp ? informed atos to do a home visit and this was not done until mid December. To date we have heard nothing. Even confirmation…
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Age for applying for PIP
I'm not clear if I would be eligible for PIP due to my age. I'm 65 and due my state pension in March 2020. I have had terminal cancer for the last two years and whilst the initial prognosis was very poor, new drugs have extended my lifespan. My mobility isn't too good as the lesions are all in the spine and have had two…
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Vat on ATW fares
Hi all I would be grateful of any advice here. I am partially sighted & get a grant through access to work to allow me to get to work via taxi each day which they pay most of but I have to pay an agreed amount towards each month which is fair enough & without this I simply couldnt work (although the conribution is far more…
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Almost DVLA.
Hi. I had a bipolar episode 3 months ago and was told not to drive by the DVLA which I adhered to. I took my car off the road and did not drive once. My condition has stabalized and now 3 months later I am about to send off my re-application letter. I have enclosed all relevant literature along with a letter from my…
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Mobility Scooter Charger Amperage Question
Hello. Sorry if this is in the wrong place, I tried searching online for a mobility scooter forum, but couldn't find anything specific. We have 2 mobility scooters (Drive Envoy 8), which we purchased used. They came with 2 chargers, a 24v 5a and a 24v 8a. However, the manual says it is rated for 24v 4a. Would using these…
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Change of circumstance backdated?
My Husband has been claiming PIP for around 2 years now, he receives the standard level for both care and mobility, his condition got worse, as well as getting a new condition so in July 2019 he rang PIP to let them know, they sent out all the form and what have you. He finally got a home visit in December for his…
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Wanting to work and Benefits advice.
Hi all, Wanted to ask a big network hoping for any advice for my partner. They receive benefits I guess for not working (they don't officially know which, but think its PIP). This has always gone through their parents and they get top-ups, money from them when requested. He doesn't even know how much he gets. He suffers…
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PIP Reviews
Has anyone received backdated payments because of the changes made to PIP with regards to mental health issues? A while ago I read they would be reviewing all PIP claims and paying out money to those who are entitled to more money but never received it in the first place. Ive not heard anything as of yet and was wondering…
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Esa and NHS dentures
In receipt of income based ESA and pip, do I have to pay for NHS dentures?
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Royal Mail misdelivered PIP appeal evidence
I am freaking out. We won our son's pip appeal back in September. However I have since remembered that everything we sent in, all evidence, very personal details, NI numbers, details of son's health, reports, DOB , NHS letters with NHS number, at least 30 pages of confidential information, is all copied and sent to…
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Do you get a backpayment after your MR from PIP?
Hello, I not too long ago started a Claim for PIP, I was awarded the “standard” rate for both Living & Mobility, for the time being I had to accept it, but A Mandatory Reconsideration went in as soon as I got my PIP report back..10 weeks later now I have been enhanced on the living side of PIP, but they still will not…
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Asbestos
Hello Forum My farther has been diagnosed with an Asbestos related lung condition. The Dr has indicated we may have a claim however how do you find a reputable Solicitor who is a specialist in this area not an no win no fee ambulance chaser? Any advice appreciated. sorry if posted in wrong area. andy
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Help with nursery fees
I am a disabled mum who struggles at home with an extremely bright and demanding 3 yr old..She gets angry with me as I am often not able to entertain her and take her out...I get 15 hr funding for nursery but sh needs more....There are many days when I know she is angry as I cannot play or dance or take her out...She needs…
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Esa3(ibrd)
Hello there, My mum has received a ESA3(IBRD) form today from DWP claiming she might be able to get some money. Researching a bit, it seems that a court case was lost and potentially some people might get back pay. My question is... does she have to complete this form? It's a very long form and would take quite an effort…
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claming pip
Hi everyone ,I am male 60 and work full time. Problem is I am overweight and also asthmatic. Due to my weight I am in lots of knee,back and hip pain I struggle to walk unaided and climbing stairs is a real task. Thing is I don't bother Drs much and just self medicate my pain. Could I claim PiP or do you need a medical…
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PIP daily living allowance stopped with no warning
I'm helping a very ill friend out. To cut a long story short he landed up in hospital last week and I am sorting out some of his affairs, with his full permission. I discovered that his last PIP payment was a lot less than expected. Only the mobility element had been paid and zero living allowance. There has been no…