From the Queen Elizabeth Foundation (QEF) https://qef.org.uk/tryb4ufly Flying can be a daunting prospect for many people, as it’s a very difficult environment to test and try out before committing to a flight. QEF’s Tryb4uFly assessment …
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JEREMIAH FINDS HIS PASSION THROUGH ART
Jeremiah’s world was suddenly filled with colour and possibilities when he realised his love for art, thanks to the support of our team in Coventry. Coventry supported living manager Tracy said: “Jeremiah is 29 and …
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From ‘YOUNG MINDS’ Don’t miss your chance to make a difference – say #HelloYellow this October! As you’re reading this article we have a crisis for young people’s mental health on our hands. Up and …
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From ‘NATIONAL VOICES’ “We are committed to supporting the big changes that are needed across our health system, including helping the NHS shift towards enabling people and communities to live well, rather than just treating …
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From ‘The Migraine Trust’ Daisy – “My personal experience of migraine” Migraine attacks started for me when I was 29, in 2009, after a period of intense stress. I’d always had headaches before then but …
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From Martyn Sibley I’ve been on #holidaymode this weekend. Should I be working by writing this post on bank holiday Monday? For me, writing about disability inclusion isn’t really work. It’s more of a passion. …
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A woman who has been trying to bring a boy with severe autism from Ukraine to the UK for months has said finally securing his visa was “a great relief”. Julie Elliot applied to help …
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Alzheimer’s free guide for dementia carers has been updated Are you supporting someone living with dementia? Get your copy of the latest version of our guide for carers. The essential guide when you’re caring for …
Continue readingACCESS TO WORK: GET SUPPORT IF YOU HAVE A DISABILITY OR HEALTH CONDITION
What Access to Work is: Access to Work can help you get or stay in work if you have a physical or mental health condition or disability. The support you get will depend on your …
Continue readingDISABLED NEED MORE HELP, 50 CHARITIES TELL TRUSS AND SUNAK
Fifty disability charities have joined forces to call on Tory leadership rivals Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak to give more cost of living support. The charities, including Mind and Carers UK, urge the next PM …
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