Disability & Dosh

A question about : NHS Wheelchair Assessment. Any Experience?

I was diagnosed with a progressive disease a couple of years ago. My muscles basically do not work. Its worse in my legs but affects my legs to an extent too. There is no treatment and it will only get worse.

Eight months ago my GP referred me to the NHS Wheelchair Service. I have finally been given an appointment for an assessment. I just wondered if anyone had any experience of this or what the edibility is?

A question about : Moving to More Suitable Accommodation

Hey everyone.

We currently live in a first floor flat with our two little ones.

I have severe M.E. and we've just been awarded a bungalow as I have mobility problems which mean that I struggle with the stairs, which is a big barrier to me being able to go out on my slightly better days and leaves me feeling isolated (I also use a wheelchair when out of the house.) It also has a wet floor shower with a seat as I struggle with washing etc too.

A question about : PIP coming to more areas.

For those who have a change in their health condition, hit the end of their award, or are becoming 16, a new set of postcodes is being added on Jan 26.

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A question about : Pedal guard

Sorry I know this is not totally money related but I don't know where else to ask.
I'm about to get a new car (used most likely), and am thinking pedal guard would be of great use. Has anyone got them fitted, can other people drive the car with ease? If you have how much did it cost to get them fitted?
Thanks

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A question about : Mental Health and my teenage daughter

Hi all, just looking for some advice here. My DD is 18 in March. She is part way through her second year at college, and is, in the tutor's words, a distinction level student. She was diagnosed with clinical depression 4 years ago, and is treated with antidepressants, and therapy. She is also now under investigation for Chronic Fatigue.

A question about : Trust fund for disabled child

Hi there we have a beautiful child who is who has severe communication problems,non verbal with no danger awareness. He also has a serious chronic health problem and will always need 24 hour care.
We want to start a trust fund for the future as we are terrified thinking of what will happen when we are gone. We want to save monthly and make older siblings appointees in future when they are all adults.
Would really appreciate other peoples knowledge,thanks.

A question about : Support Group query?

Hi
Just had a call from a friend .
To cut a very long story short, he's received a letter today moving him from the WRAG to the Support group
He is relieved the situation has eventually been sorted, but he's quite concerned that the confirmation letter doesn't state how long the
award is for. There is no re-assessment date.
Could i please ask, is this normal, or should there be a re-assessment date?

Any help will be gratefully received.

A question about : DLA over 65

what will happen regarding my dla payments. I recieve the highest rate for mobility and the middle rate for care. I will be 65 next January 2016. I am so worried. Can anyone help please?