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GOVERNMENT KNEW REPAYMENT DEMANDS LEFT CARERS POORER

On May 24, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

The Department for Work and Pensions has known since 2021 that overpayment of Carer’s Allowance has left some people in financial difficulty. A report about the experiences of people who receive the benefit – which …

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WE ARE LOOKING FOR OUR NEXT WAVE OF ‘VICTA’ CHANGEMAKERS

On May 22, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

When: June 2024 to May 2025 Who: 18 to 29 years Location: Combination of virtual workshops and in-person sessions in London, Manchester and Milton Keynes. Support for travel costs will be provided for successful applicants. Cost: Free Closing date: 31 …

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28,665 PEOPLE OVER THE AGE OF 65 DIED LAST YEAR WHILST WAITING FOR SOCIAL CARE

On May 19, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

Nearly 30,000 older Britons died waiting for social care in the space of a year, damning figures have revealed. Analysis of NHS data showed that 28,665 people over the age of 65 died in 2022/23 while …

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NEW ‘CAE’ ACCESS PANEL TO HELP PROJECTS IMPROVE ACCESS & INCLUSION

On May 16, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

New CAE Access Panel to help projects improve access & inclusion. Inclusive design consultancy the Centre for Accessible Environments (CAE) has launched an Access Panel with a diverse membership of disabled people and other access …

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ESTHER RANTZEN BEGS MPs TO ATTEND ASSISTED DYING DEBATE

On May 15, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

The broadcaster Dame Esther Rantzen says she has joined the Dignitas assisted dying clinic in Switzerland. The 83-year-old told the BBC she is currently undergoing a “miracle” treatment for stage four lung cancer. If it …

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RESPITE CUTS FOR CARERS – DOES ANYBODY CARE?

On May 13, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

Thank you very much to all of you who filled out our recent survey. Your answers have helped us understand the challenges facing our guests. Here’s what we learned Over 60% of carers surveyed had not had a …

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DEMENTIA ACTION WEEK!

On May 11, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

This year our Dementia Action Week campaign (13 – 19 May 2024) brings the UK together to take action on improving dementia diagnosis rates. A dementia diagnosis is vital. Vital to give people access to …

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A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY FOR DISABLED ARTISTS IN THE UK TO SHOWCASE THEIR WORKS

On May 9, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

LEVEL Centre Public Open Exhibition 2024: Visual Art Call Out! Calling all UK based *disabled visual artists! We’re on the look out for the best 2D contemporary visual art produced both by and for learning …

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RUNNING FOR DAD: ARCHIE’S PREMIER LEAGUE MARATHON

On May 8, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

Archie will run between all Premier League stadiums to fundraise for The Brain Charity Archie Whitfield, a 22-year-old from Thirsk, North Yorkshire, is embarking on a remarkable journey next year to run between all 20 …

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WE NEEDLE YOU!

On May 7, 2024 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

WE NEEDLE YOU! We have been approached by the Producers of the BBC Sewing Bee who want to increase the range of competitors to include greater representation and inclusion across the series. SEWING BEE NEED(LES) …

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