Dialysis patient talks to BBC about the increased cost of living

BBC covers the increased cost of living, and the effect it is having on people living with a condition that can cause increased utility bills.

“The government says financial support is available to disabled people and their carers. It is urging people to check whether they are receiving all the benefits they are entitled to, alongside wider support such as help with transport, broadband or prescription costs.”

Dialysis patient Phoenix Halliwell says in the news item “We’ve done everything we can to cut back at home on outgoings and use of energy.” he says. “As a disabled person with a long-term condition, it feels like I am being priced out of existence. Everybody’s fed up with being cold. Ensuring our daughter is safe and warm and fed is our top priority.”

Read the full BBC article here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60820705

Some people with a disability or life limiting condition do qualify for benefits and are urged to seek the help and support available to them. But this still is unlikely to dampen the concern that costs and bills are continuing to rise exponentially.

Read the latest statement on the Welsh Government website https://gov.wales/threadbare-spring-statement-lets-down-people-struggling-with-rising-cost-of-living

We’ve pulled together some helpful links and resources for you below. However, if you have concerns we recommend reaching out to your renal teams or social workers