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Pride Apex batteries
My Pride Apex Mobility scooter batteries are dying rapidly - range about 2 miles (at a push) The scooter is just over 2 years old and is rarely used When new - the range is claimed to be 13 miles - more like a genuine 4 miles Could the batteries really need replacing so soon ? Could the reason be the fact that it is…
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PIP face to face
So I got a call yesterday offering me an appointment for my PIP claim- despite the fact that i requested no phone call/letter contact only. The appointment offered was less than a week away , too short notice to arrange but more importantly they were saying it would be at my house-- what's with that? Can they insist on…
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Lightweight travel scooter
I have looked on line and it is a bit difficult to know how to choose, or find impartial advice. Any experience would help a lot. I am looking for information about searching for a small lightweight electric sit on folding scooter. The lady, who is saving up at present, is 4' 10" and weighs about six and a half stones.…
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PiP and painkillers
How is someone assessed for PiP mobility - when they are on strong painkillers - which hides the true state of their ability to get around ? I am on Codeine - which helps me considerably - without them - I would be virtually imobile !
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Flu Jab Eligibility
Hello again. Just wondering if anyone has up to date info on qualifying for flu jab at no charge. I have qualified for a number of years, but no longer so apparently. I do not qualify on age grounds either. I am an informal carer for a relative, who does not live with me. I am trying to argue that as as such I should…
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Esa wca
Hi all 👋 I was due to attend for my WCA last Tuesday (15th), but they rang me as I was on my way there to say don’t bother, we’re running really late we have to rearrange. Now I’m sure you can imagine what a state I was in, BUT it’s given me 3 weeks to gather further evidence, which I’ve done by getting 2 friends and my…
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PIP appeal cover letter
I’m trying to finalise and cover my PIP appeal. I’ve used the letter tool from AdviceNow to generate a cover letter so I don’t need to worry about layout etc. It’s asked for examples of how I have difficulties in each of the main domains. Do I need to explain each domain again, or will the appeals panel have all the…
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Disabled premium ESA
Hi all I’m looking for some advice please. I’ve been in support group ESA ( not income related), for quite some years, since incapacity benefit days! Anyway I’m up for review and have a WCA next week so I’ve been looking online for guidance, what happens if etc. I came across the DWP site that mentioned I’d you get mid…
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Dementia finances and care
Hi all, I'm hoping someone can offer some help. My mum (aged 72) was diagnosed with Alzheimer's back in June and has declined very rapidly. Luckily I have managed to sort out lasting power of attorney - she now lacks capacity. I'm still trying to navigate my way round the system and have a couple of questions I am hoping…
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Blue Badge advice needed
My OH recently applied for a blue badge. We sent a copy of his PIP award (he gets the required 8 points for the mobility part, due to not being able to plan a journey or travel alone). Today he received a letter from the Council stating that they need sight of the PIP award letter (which they already have a copy of) and…
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Vehicle Tax Exemption Certificate.....
Hi, I’ve been on DLA (High Rate Mobility & Mid Rate Care) for 30+yrs. I’ve had my V11Z Vehicle Tax Reminder today, so went online as I always do to renew it. However it won’t let me stating I need a Valid Exemption Certificate; I’ve never needed one before, just entered the V11Z reference number, NI number, DOB and surname…
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Medical Evidence
Hi, I've applied for UC and I will need to fill in a medical questionnaire; after the WCA etc I'll also be applying for PIP. I haven't seen my GP since sometime last year; I've been off work since November and he supplies fit notes but doesn't know much about how ill I am day-to-day - I've deteriorated massively since…
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Freedom electric wheelchair.
Wife has recently became disabled and is in need of a electric wheelchair for trips out. Any recommendations as I was thinking of a folding Freedom electric wheelchair. Anyone use one and has any feedback? Ps Brain stem cavernoma that has bleed.
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Buying a Wheelchair - Lessons Learned the Hard Way
Our recent experience in buying a wheelchair may help others. Though of course he prefers to try to walk, my husband needs a wheelchair when he is undertaking chemotherapy. We bought from a local shop that trades in mobility aids and bathroom fitting. The assistant offered no advice although he knew the chair was for my…
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Access to Work query
I have applied for ATW assistance (the second time in 8 years) My employers are querying why (not actually refusing) Are there any grounds that my employers could refuse me ATW on ? I work 10 hours per week and am a permanent employee I am disabled (they have given me a disabled parking spot in the past) But a change in…
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Help making the right decision
Hi Guys, I need some advice about a future decision, I am disabled and my carer is my sister in law, she has been my carer for a few years now, since my brother passed away. I have to move out of my current home as it’s far too big, so we are downsizing. We are in a position that either myself or my sister in law can buy…
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Carer's Allowance very inadequate
My mum looks after my sister who has severe mental health problems. She receives Career's top up (premium) as she is on Pension Credits. They pay her a measly £35 Carer's Premium, which is highly inadequate considering the amount of care she provides to my sister. We are talking about round-the-clock care here. Is she…
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Pharmacy2U
I just wondered if anyone is using any of the online prescription services for repeat prescriptions and if there have been any problems? I'm trying to set various things up online to try to cut back on the number of tasks I do for my son and wondered if getting regular medication this way works well for people? Many thanks…
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Voice controlled chess
Does anyone have experience of a chess program for PC or App for android that can be controlled by voice alone for a relative who has lost the ability to use his hands?
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Help?
I'm dealing with long-term severe mental health problems. I'm on ESA in the Support Group and get the Enhanced Disability Premium. I live alone. I live in private rented accommodation and have been on Housing Benefit which partially covers my rent (the rest of the rent I have to take from my ESA payments.) I now have to…
