hi I have finally had X-rays done on both hands and have osteoarthritis in all my dip joints on both hands. Have given up my job in retail as hands too painful and struggle everyday doing the normal things. It is getting me down and I am already on anxiety meds before all this. I am thinking of applying for pip but hear…
Hi I’m new here, but I’ve been living with Sero-positive RA since I was 36, I will soon be 59, I have always tried to work & I’ve paid my stamp & taxes, I still currently work & pay my stamp, although I have paid enough, I’ve had to reduce my working hours considerably due to my lifetime condition & be really mindful at…
I work full time (2 days wfh and 3 days in the office). Three years ago I had a thr of my left hip. My office is on the 2nd floor of a building that doesn't have a lift. I have now been diagnosed with osteoarthritis of my right hip and am waiting for an appointment for a targetted injection to my hip. The only lift is in…
I am new to all this can anyone out there advise on support for this
Hello , im looking for any advice on financial support . I’m really struggling right now , I am working but not sure for how much longer I can cope . I have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my right hip , base of my spine , right knee and neck , the pain at times is unbearable... I am exhausted and feel like crying…
I am wondering is anyone’s knows if I should inform PIP/AD about my diagnosis and if my PIP payments will stop after I inform them? I got my diagnosis yesterday. I rely on my PIP payments and I am worried that if I tell them about my change in circumstance with stop the payments while they reassess? I hope this makes sense.
Hi my Dad is in his 80's, has two types of arthritis and is house bound. I had a stairlift fitted and arranged daily care. The trouble is his house exterior needs repair 25k minimum . He has a private pension plus state pension , but no real savings and he doesnt qualify for anything except single person council tax and…
Hi all, I had my PIPs telephone assessment on Friday (8th) bit nerve wracking but not terrible, some weird questions 😅 They confirmed they'd come back with an outcome hopefully in 8 weeks or sooner. My question is, I've read online you can request a copy of the report from the assessment before it goes to DWP for the final…
Hi anybody gone back to work after being diagnosed with OA in left knee. I work as a carer on nights and I'm worried I wont be able to do my job when I come off the sick.
Hi I am 64 I have rheumatoid arthritis. I wondered who is best to talk to about early retirement due to ill health. I can't really finish with out financial help.what happens is when I get a flare up it affects my hands and shoulders which isn't good as I am a van driver. Work are really good as they understand my…
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