From Elin Williams @myblurredworld MY IMPAIRMENT IS NOT A TRAGEDY There comes a time after a substantial blogging break where I yearn to write again; fleeting moments in the week see me returning to the …
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VISITING A FOOD BANK
From the ‘Trussell Trust’ Visiting a food bank might seem daunting, but you’ll get a warm welcome in a safe environment, a listening ear from trained volunteers, and a food parcel. Meeting your needs To …
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We are launching our search for the next cohort of disabled students to study for the Certificate in Foundation Journalism with our Academy for Disabled Journalists, this is now our 4th year. Closing date for …
Continue readingFITZROY – OUR FIRST EVER CARE HOME WELCOMES TWO LIFE LONG FRIENDS
At every step of someone’s journey at FitzRoy, our staff are there to offer support and guidance, always putting the people we support first. Donec was our first ever care home, opened by our founder …
Continue readingAS AN UNPAID CARER – WHAT THE BUDGET MEANS FOR ME
From ‘Donna Giles’ Recently, the Chancellor once again, stood up to tell the Country how the Government intends to spend (and save) the money it controls. I am not a politician nor a policy expert, …
Continue readingCHARITIES FACE UNCERTAIN MONTHS AHEAD
Charities have been a lifeline to millions this winter – providing food, warmth and support for the vulnerable. The Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) surveyed more than 1,300 organisations across the UK over the previous four …
Continue readingLIVING WITH CEREBRAL PALSY
‘Living with Cerebral Palsy’ .. by Donna Giles March is Cerebral Palsy (CP) Awareness Month, dedicated to raising the profile of the 17 million people diagnosed with CP around the world. Cerebral palsy is more …
Continue readingGRANTS FOR DISABLED CHILDREN – AN INTRODUCTION
Grants for Disabled Children – an introduction Finding enough money to pay for essentials with any child is an uphill struggle. But when you have a child with extra needs the demands are even greater. Toys, bikes and even …
Continue readingREGISTER NOW FOR BRAKE’S KIDS WALK 2023
Road safety for primary schoolchildren We’re pleased to announce that registrations are now open to take part in Brake’s Kids Walk 2023 on Wednesday 14 June. This is our biggest project for primary school-aged children, with thousands joining …
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#RightsOnFlights – it’s time for the air travel industry to take Disabled people seriously. DR UK is joining TV presenter Sophie Morgan and MP Marion Fellows to demand that the Government gives the Civil Aviation …
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