Disability Talk

From Kamran Mallick – an open letter from the CEO of Disability Rights UK OVER 100,000 DEATHS FROM CORONAVIRUS TWO THIRDS OF DEATHS ARE DISABLED PEOPLE’S “Last week marks the sobering milestone that the UK …

From Elin Williams .. ‘My Blurred World’ WHY WE NEED MORE DISABILITY REPRESENTATION ON OUR BOOKSHELVES Elin Something you might not know about me – but you will absolutely gage through some of the content …

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actors with disabilities will be included in auditions for each new film and television production at NBCUniversal, which becomes the second major media company to make such a commitment. NBCUniversal said …

Sibs update January 2021 We know that many siblings continue to face significant challenges during the latest lockdown restrictions. We are here to support you and your families. Remember you are not alone. Keep in …

From the ‘British Lung Foundation’ During the winter months, it can be difficult to maintain a healthy diet. But there are lots of good reasons to eat a balanced diet, one being that it can help …

Socially responsible adaptive fashion for people with disabilities. Unhidden was founded in 2017 by Victoria Jenkins and two of her wonderful friends, Dougie Thoms and Tam Malley, who act as a sounding board as well …

Here is a list of Carers and Disability Benefits from the UK Government Apply for communication support at a job interview if you have a disability or health condition (Access to Work) Attendance Allowance Become …

From ‘The British Lung Foundation We know the COVID-19 vaccine is on most people’s minds at the moment, with the UK rollout underway. If you’re clinically extremely vulnerable but aged under 70, you should be receiving a …

Changes that the Government wants to make to a law called the Mental Health Act Please tell us what you think of the changes Consultation description In 2017 the government asked for an independent review …

From ‘time to change’ As we enter a new year and a new lockdown, now’s a great time to check in with the people around you. We know that these changes can be difficult for …