hi i have got copd had it since 06 but this last year half has got lot worse i have had to give up work i am 50 am waiting to hear about dla , but i have been referred for pulmonary rehab course up our hospital , but i dont drive so will have to get 2 buses each way which on the isle of wight arent cheap and im looking at £10 each time i go and i have to go twice a week , someone said i may be able to get a free bus pass through my doctor does anyone no if this is right. thanks kaz
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Hi Kaz
You can apply through your local Council offices. I think you may need to get a note from your doctor to say you have a long term chronic illness which results in shortness of breath and means your not being able to walk far because of this.
You can apply on-line too, check this website which explains more:
direct.gov.uk/en/travelandt...
Good wishes
Zoee
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thanks for ur reply Zoee . i have appointment on wed with my copd nurse and the PRC on tue so will ask them both about this will let u no how i get on thanks x
Do Dialaride operate on the Island, you might be able to book a door to door transport if they do.
Thanks Gordon 57 and that is good that i could get one for my hubby cos he doesnt drive either . I
have appointment on wed with my copd nurse and the PRC on tue so will ask them both about this will let u no how i get on thanks x
thank you will do not that he dont already no lol
If you are on benefit the hospital should refund your travel expensise. I think someone has answered the question of the bus pass. You can get the forms online. Hope that helped!
Susie
If you are on benefit the hospital should refund your travel expensise. I think someone has answered the question of the bus pass. You can get the forms online. Hope that helped!
Susie
hi susie , the only money i get at this moment is working tax credits £47 a month as my husband works ,and im not sure if that is taken as a benefit. i am not entitled to ESA apparently because he works , he is supposed to pay for everything out of his wages which isnt a large amount he is self employed sub contracted to a firm on a full week he brings home 350 which we have to pay full rent council tax and everything else ! i have applied for DLA this is my 4th time but havent heard yet , just really annoys me as we have both always worked and now we need help we cant get it , makes u feel like ur worthless hun .