I’m a vulnerable, disabled person whose physical and mental health has declined as a result of experiencing housing neglect. I’ve been living in inaccessible accommodation for six years. Recently I’ve been trying to get a diagnosis of osteoarthritis from my GP. Despite having osteophytes along my entire cervical spine, a pinched nerve and severe shoulder impingement which has been left untreated -aside from two steroid injections which did not help - and other conditions which have not been investigated.

I’m constantly dropping things, lose balance, have issues with my speech, dysphagia and walking difficulties. In order for me to be fully examined and diagnosed appropriately I need to seek advice from a private doctor as soon as possible.