Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL)
Norton Park
57 Albion Road
Edinburgh EH7 5QY
Tel: 0131 475 2350
(Opening Hours: Monday - Friday, 10.00am - 4.00 pm)
Minicom: 0131 475 2463
Fax: 0131 475 2392
Web: www.lothiancil.org.uk
A user led organisation established in 1991 to provide a range of practical services to disabled adults in the Lothian region. It is managed and staffed by [...]
The following organisations offer help and advice regarding benefit applications for those based in Edinburgh and the Lothians:
The Advice Shop
City of Edinburgh Council Welfare Rights Service
85-87 South Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1HN
Tel: 0131 225 1255
Website: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/internet/a-z/AZ_advice_shop
Trained advisers are employed by Edinburgh City Council, with some limited knowledge/experience of M.E. but as this is a drop-in service, [...]
Before you attempt to complete any forms for a benefits application it is strongly recommended that you seek help and advice from a trained benefits adviser who has experience of dealing with clients who have ME. Whether you are attempting a benefits application for the first time, or at renewal, you should get all the [...]
You can change your GP at any time you wish without having to give a reason. You do not need the consent of your GP to change GPs. When you have found another GP willing to accept you, you should take your medical card to the new GP to be registered. You can then make [...]
Travelling is supposed to be a pleasurable activity. However, the reality of travelling with M.E. is that often just getting to the destination can be stressful and exhausting. Here are some handy hints to reduce these stresses and fatigue factors to a minimum:
Itinerary
Evaluate where you are going and what you will be doing.
Do not set [...]
As with many conditions you will need to learn to manage your M.E. in the best way possible for you. This will involve learning and practising approaches like pacing to make best use of your energy.
Local sources of help for M.E. sufferers
