A MUM has called on housing bosses to provide more homes with disabled access, after waiting nearly two years for a suitable property for her wheelchair-bound daughter.

Despite the family’s case being made a priority by a housing association, Azra Anwar said she has reached ‘desperation point’ in her search for a new home.

She has a daily struggle to help Anam, 14, who suffers from muscular dystrophy, in and out of their current house in Nelson, relying on 17-year-old son Ikhlas to carry her up and down the front steps, or use a tricky route through the back door.

The family have owned the house in Napier Street for 12 years, but problems began when Anam’s condition deteriorated sharply.

Mrs Anwar, 39, said: “Anam used to walk on her tip-toes and it took quite a long time to find out there was something seriously wrong and she had muscular dystrophy. She was diagnosed about six years ago.

“She can’t get up or down the stairs, so I have to be there to help. We’ve tried to adapt the house but it’s not been possible.”

Mrs Anwar cannot work due to the difficulties in looking after Anam, who goes to Fisher More college in Colne. She sought help from Housing Pendle to find a bungalow, but said she is still waiting for something suitable after nearly two years.

She added: “We need something with a toilet downstairs and easy access. I want Anam to be able to feel more independent.

“They’ve put us as a priority, but nothing has come up. I’ve started to look for something to rent privately, even though I’ll struggle to afford it. We are desperate and I feel very strongly that there should be more properties out there for people with disabilities.” Janette Taylor, head of Housing Pendle, said: “Mrs Anwarhas been given the highest possible banding on the B-with-us scheme.

“Because of the very specific property type and location she is seeking, these don’t become available very often. But we keep trying to find suitable accommodation.”