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peittion: to introduce common disabilities to the curriculum for primary and secondary
hi guys this petition can only be signed by UK residents I think it's a create cause if you would like to sign it and share it with your friends here's the link https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/551829 any questions just ask
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Information
I recently had a telephone consultation with a Psychiatrist, an as a result of that have been prescribed Lamotrigine. This referral was from the request of my GP for bipolar. The Psychiatrist prescribed this medication but made a point of saying he wasn't diagnosing me with bipolar. I don't understand, why prescribe…
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Things not to say...
I'm sure some of you will have seen them before, but BBC Three have a series of videos on 'things not to say to...' different people. TW: some of the things the participants read out might be triggering to you, so viewer discretion is advised. Here is the link to the full playlist, but I've pulled out a few examples below.…
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What's stopping you having a number two?
Visiting the loo is something most of us take for granted. Whether to spend a penny, wash our hands or go for an emergency number two, the toilet is central to us going about our daily business. That’s why this World Toilet Day (19 November 2020) we're talking all things lavatory-related, to shine a light on this oft…
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Imogen talks body positivity and tells us why being a "fat, Queer, Disabled person is exhausting".
Our community is a space of support and empowerment, so we were delighted when Imogen from the fabulous ‘The Feeding of the Fox’ blog agreed to speak to us. Our interview covers a range of topics from body image, to dieting and disabled people’s exclusion from the body positive movement. So, sit back with a cup of tea and…
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Trying to resolve a faulty phone with Tesco
I've sent the last couple of days and today on hold and gave up and today for an hour of my time to resolve a phone fault - All it amounted to was for a follow up phone call within 48 hrs - **** customer service so far - will keep you posted!!!
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Norman Laud Respite Needs your Signature
Please sign this hugely important petition to help rescue Norman Laud Respite Centre it is such a crucial place for many disabled people and their families, not to mention the livelihoods of the dedicated staff. www.change.org/normanlaud They desperately need another 1000 signature. Please share.
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Do you think people treat you differently because you have a disability /condition?
I find some people treat me differently now I am unwell unfortunately,?but i try not to dwell on this.
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Online launch of UK Disability History Month - 18 November 2020
UK Disability History Month starts on the 18th November with a special online launch that you can watch between 7 to 9 pm. Register your interest at this Eventbrite page and you will be sent an email with further instructions on how to join. A British sign language interpreter will be present along with live captioning.…
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Boccia
Does anyone here play Boccia? Allow me to explain a bit more about it for those that don't know what I am talking about. It is a target based game(think boules and your in the right area), where the object is to get your balls closer to the target ball or "jack" then your opponents. It can be played as singles, pairs or…
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'It has opened up my world as a disabled person'- What is accessible sport?
What is an accessible sport? There are a range of names for sports and activities that are accessible to people who might usually be excluded from physical activities, including accessible sports, parasports, and disability sports. From now on, I’ll be using ‘accessible sport’ as a general term to refer to any sport that’s…
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Community Champion
I was a Community Champion with SCOPE until I needed to re-do my email and password. So all my badges etc were lost. How do I achieve this back as its on my CV that I am one, however, not at the moment it would appear? I welcome your response. Thank you
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My Brand New Wheelchair Fencing Article that i did with Activity Alliance
Hey everyone please come and check out my new #WheelchairFencing article that i have been doing with Activity Alliance i hope you enjoy the read http://www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/5933-blog-i-felt-incredible-i-had-found-my-sport #wheelyfencing
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Panic attacks
My panic attacks are always at night and I don't know why. They are mild and severe so my parents don't believe that it's everynight. They don't know about the mild ones. I take Kalms, but I don't want to be doing that long term.
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Help at home
How do you actually get a carer, when you have no family, to come help with daily activities?
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Stigma
I just had my PIP reassessment and I'm genuinely sick and tired of people thinking of ME as being tired all the time. I know that research, advocacy and research are probably the only ways to get round this but I actually despise the stigma we have to put up with.I'm very low functioning but I honestly just want ME to be…
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Book your Asda Christmas delivery slots now
Just to give you all the heads up, Asda have today released their Christmas delivery slots. So now is the perfect time to hop online, visit the Asda website and organise your festive feast before the big rush. Please note: other supermarket delivery slots will become available. Happy shopping :)
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Parenting in pain and what it can’t take away.
In this guest blog @JoelVsArthritis gives his story of becoming a father with Juvenile Arthritis and the highs and lows experienced along the way. About me My name is Joel Nelson and I have lived with arthritis most of my life with the onset of Juvenile Arthritis just before my 11th birthday. In 2019, I created my blog,…
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Disgusting customer service
Hi everyone I am in a mess at the moment! I have been trying to sort out a cooker. I have been let down on the phone on website and into the store!(which I have been trying to avoid at all costs! I still have not got a working oven. I'm a disabled woman who has health problems too! I'm scared I'm going to be completely let…
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Fashion and disability
As part of World Cerebral Palsy (CP) Day I wanted to share my thoughts around disability and fashion. For me, fashion has been a crucial method of expressing myself. I love the 1950's style and would love to wear a beautiful vintage dress every single day. Yet I can't ignore the fact that my disability has impacted this.…