Potential new start

[matthew55]

My lovely OT said she was checking my bungalow yesterday and I hope to hear back from her today. Plus she has referred me for a power wheelchair. Truly a Glorious day. 😁xx

[Positive vibes]

Hey Matt!

That's fantastic - I hope you hear from her soon, I can almost picture you whizzing around in a brand new chair x

[Lynne K]

That’s wonderful Mathew, Lynne x

[denise]

Well done. Looking forward to hearing more ☺️

[matthew55]

Be careful what you wish for. It's unfortunately not suitable.😞xx

[denise]

Oh Matthew 😦 something else might turn up. 😚

[Barry52]

Be careful what you wish for. It's unfortunately not suitable.😞xx

Hi Matthew,

Did they give you a reason?

[Suefromwakey]

That's a real shame Matthew, just as you start to put things into your mind

[matthew55]

No wheelchair access and tiny bathroom

[Lynne K]

Be careful what you wish for. It's unfortunately not suitable.😞xx

Oh dear that’s a big disappointment isn’t it Mathew. Was it too small? Before we accepted this 2 bedroomed flat we looked for a bungalow. All of them in our area were tiny. This flat is bigger than all were but I started have problems getting through doors with my big powered wheelchair. Good luck with something suitable coming along quickly. Love Lynne x

[Ellie]

No wheelchair access and tiny bathroom

🤨 You'd have hoped the OT would have checked out the basics before mentioning the house and getting your hopes up, that was so unfair of her... She should reccy it first, then tell you.

Also Matthew, make sure you're not being overlooked on the basis of your age - you'll find some properties are listed for "preferably over 65yrs", make it clear that you should be considered for all properties.

Hugs for you 🤗🤗🤗 xx

[Suefromwakey]

Yes Mathew why didn't they know that the door entry was too small - in a lot of cases this can be rectified, and I also found it a big help having the door swung the other way so it doesn't open into the bathroom but outwards - makes a hell of a difference - but I suppose you need a decent width hallway to be able to do it,
Good luck

[Deb]

Oh Matthew.. Im so sorry the bungalow isn't suitable for you. You sounded so positive and upbeat in your earlier message .

I don't know why I'm surprised anymore but I can't believe they didn't check it before they told you....its a straightforward job for someone to do so.

I really hope they make you a priority and find a suitable place soon.

Hugs to you,
Love Debbie x

[Olivia H]

Sorry to hear that Matthew. I used to work with clients who needed specialist housing and I remember giving a thorough list of their needs, only to be offered something wholly unsuitable😑 Is this a social housing agency? Is private renting an option? Or a modern ground floor flat with the correct access and space? X

[LindaB]

matthew55 that's horrible to have your hopes raised and then dashed. Can only imagine the frustration...just wish ppl would do their jobs properly! I hope you get a suitable offer soon✊