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Loathe being on benefits but can't work
Hi I've been on disability benefits for years and hate it because I live in fear every day incase they stop, and because of my health problems find it almost impossible to get a job that fits around my health problems. To cut a long story short, how can i survive without being on benefits and without working? Playing…
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Friend's PIP cancelled - writing a letter on their behalf?
In an awkward position here. Someone I know has had their PIP cancelled, they were interviewed and basically got the letter back saying the decision cannot be challenged or whatever. Although I feel badly for them it's really not any of my business. They're asking me to write a letter of some sort to the DWP/PIP people and…
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Where to look for advise and help
I'm not sure if this is the right choice for this post but I hope it can be moved if need be. I have a complicated life situation and listing every detail here would make for a very long read so Im really looking for where to start. Friday my already disabled wife had a stroke. It currently looks like she will be more…
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PIP change of circumstanaces
hi,i am in receipt of PIP daily living lower£68.10 i have 3 months ago put in for a change of circumsrances due to my mobility getting much worse and am now on a waiting list for a full knee replacment my actual award is due to run out November 2024 anyway a good few weeks ago got the txt that they had recieved it and…
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Just paid car tax in full. Found out we can get 50% off. (PIP)
How would we go about this? I know about sending the cheque etc. Just wondering if they can refund half (or as appropriate) of it instead? Don't have a cheque book (bank doesn't offer them) and no idea what a payable order is, apparently its for government banking. (what?)
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Industrial Injuries claim
My cousin has recently been involved in an industrial injury and I am trying to help him with his industrial injury claim. He was, before his accident a HGV driver and, though he says he is self-employed, he worked for only one company and had a contract of employment and his salary was paid through the company's umbrella…
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Stairlift no longer Needed
Hello, My partner relative had a stairlift fitted however its been over a year since her relative has passed away. So the household has decided to sell the stairlift. I believe they paid £5-6000 (excluding labour fitting charge) for the Handicare FreeCurve curved stairlift than runs on rechargeable batteries that features…
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50% car tax PIP
Hi how do I apply for half price car tax? Just been awarded standard mobility PIP . Can it be done at a post office ?
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50% car tax disability reduction
Just realised this morning that I’ve been overpaying car tax since 2018 and I’m cross. If you get complete exemption from car tax because of claiming higher rate mobility on PIP, DVLA change your V5C. if however, you get standard mobility on PIP, you are expected to claim by post every year. I sent them the first evidence…
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Feminine chronic medical issues - Considered disability?
Hi all, I'm hoping someone can help me determine if feminine issues such as Endometriosis/Dysmenorrhoea/Fibroids/PCOS are not considered long term illness and therefore qualify as a disability? I can't work full time as I'm always in pain and thinking of going to part time but I'm really worried about what my income will…
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Suggestions for activities / crafts for someone severely sight restricted
Hi, my mother has in past 2-3 years become blind or "severely sight restricted" as they call it now due to macular degeneration. She has also lost quite a bit of mobility due to other issues. She listens to hundreds of audiobooks via our library but she gets really bored as she can do so little now. She wants something…
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Which fold up mobility scooter
Inlaws are in their 80's and are looking for a mobility scooter they can put in the car. We have no idea which to go for - anybody have any recommendations? Thankyou.
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Prepaid Card for carers to use
I’m trying to get a prepaid money card for my disabled daughter, for her support workers to use when they are out in the community. I am her Deputy for Finance. My daughter (aged 24) has profound learning disabilities, and to apply for a card she needs to upload a video of her saying something to verify her identity. Sadly…
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Working 15 hrs will it affect benefits
If you are on UC with your partner and you are getting ESA and PIP but find a part time job less than 15 hrs a week how will it affect your benefits? UC say that for each £1 you earn they deduct 55p but not sure about ESA and PIP. Thanks.
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What help is available for a temporary disability?
Unfortunately I have fractured my pelvis while on holiday abroad. I am now home and wonder what help is available and how to access it. I have crutches supplied by the hospital overseas and that's it. A friend has offered the loan of a wheelchair, but our home isn't really set up for wheelchair use. Currently I can just…
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Sensory Impairment Team Assessment
I have a relative who, like me, has a hearing problem. Her hearing is getting worse and she has been offered an assessment by her Local Council's Sensory Impairment Team. During the telephone call to arrange the appointment she was told that the way they (Council Occupational Therapy Department) provide equipment has…
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DLA - change of circumstances
DLA - I have been getting middle rate care and lower rate mobility for my son for a few years, but it's been playing on my mind recently that I definitely should be getting higher rate mobility (which I can't get currently) and probably higher rate care. If I asked for a change of circumstances and DLA disagree that he is…
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Acorn Stairlifts
Anyone out ther with similar experience? My father had an Acorn 'Curved' Stairlift installed in May 2022 at a princely price of £4500. He was pestered to takeout an service contract at an annual premium of £425. He declined. He had the 12 month service in June which was part of the initial purchase agreement. 5 weeks later…
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Hearing AIDS, TV adopter and Amazon Sale
I know it’s not science but a decent long shot, maybe? I’ve just bought and am getting used to Hearing Aids from what I’m reading to get the best sound from your TV you need a TV adopter Now the question is this are they the sort of item to come up in the Prime Day Sale. Do I really need one? i know the type I need / want…
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DFG battle
My sister had a fall 12 months ago and has residual pain/ongoing mobility restrictions. She lives in owner occupied house - a steel house construction . OT have assessed as needing level access from kitchen to the current downstairs bathroom/lobby/storage area (single story - shows on deeds as part of footprint) and full…