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Hi, I am starting a new disability swimming club and am looking for members
Disability swimming sessions for the community, Ironmonger Row Baths, Old Street, London Friday evening 7-8pm Cost £2 Would you like to swim in a supportive environment and get to meet people? We are looking for disabled people around the Old Street area to join our dynamic, upbeat, safe and inclusive club that brings…
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The Clean Air Zones project is looking for people to test our service!
Hi!
My name is Lisa. I’m a user researcher supporting the development of a new
government digital service for citizens to pay to drive in a Clean Air Zone, if
their vehicle does not meet Clean Air emission Standards. The Joint Air Quality Unit (which is a
collaboration of the Department for Transport and Department of…
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Help Woking Borough Council improve Taxi accessibility
Woking Borough Council is currently in the process of reviewing its Policy on Accessible Taxis. In order to ensure that the vehicles best suit those who need them most, they're canvassing those who have accessibility requirements (such as those who require the use of a wheelchair) as well as other relevant persons, for…
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How can wheelchairs be redesigned for children? (Survey for PhD)
Hi there, My name is Peter Wright. I am Studying for PhD at the University of Liverpool into the future design of Pediatric Wheelchairs. I need advice from people who look after children with CP or from children themselves onto what are the biggest challenges they face from day to day. My goal is to improve children with…
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Adaptive Apparel Brand Survey
Hey there! My name is Gio and I'm a fashion business student in my final semester of university writing my thesis. I plan to launch an adaptive apparel line for both disabled and able-bodied people after graduation so I made this survey because I wanted to learn about the needs of the community and gather important data.…
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We want to hear about your experiences with taxis and other private hire vehicles
Scope are trying to learn more about disabled people’s experiences with transport, especially taxis and other private hire vehicles. We know that many disabled people, and parents and carers of disabled children, have lots of feedback about transport issues. We’ve put together a short survey that should help Scope’s…
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*NOW CLOSED* - Scope focus group in Cardiff on Moving House (paid)
EDIT: This is now closed. Thank you to everyone who took part! Hi guys! I'm James, Scope's Panel Officer. We're running a focus group in Cardiff. We want to talk to disabled people about moving house. Whether you have moved house in the past 2 years or have moved many times, we want to hear your experiences. We are looking…
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Free blind & partially sighted cricket sessions - London, SE11
* FREE blind & partially sighed cricket sessions * Ages 12+ * All experience & ability levels welcome * Qualified coaches with VI expertise Sat 15 Feb, 1pm - 3pm Ken Barrington Cricket Centre, The Kia Oval, London SE11 5SS To register, or for more info, contact: charlie.raven@metroblindsport.org or call 07956 292 046
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Woking Council Taxi Enquiries - Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles
Good day, We are looking for your support and input as we are trying to get a rough idea of the views and feelings of wheelchair users in relation to Taxis. As I'm sure many of you are aware, there are two different types of licenced vehicles in every area. Private Hire Vehicles are booked in advance (often called…
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12 best mindfulness apps for meditation, keeping calm and help sleeping – The Independent
Over
the past couple of years mindfulness has exploded in popularity. Like many
trends, it has faced questions about whether it’s just another health-crazed
fad. But it’s not just
Instagram influencers who are recommending it. According to the NHS website,
paying more attention to the present moment, and to thoughts and…
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Sibling bullying
Hi everyone, I am a third year undergraduate student needing parents of at least 2 children under the age of 16 to complete my questionnaire for my dissertation if possible. It is on sibling bullying in children with and without Autism Spectrum Disorder. It only takes 5 minutes or less to complete and I would be very…
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A walking frame for one handed people
I am a student doing my Design and Technology A-Level, and I was just wondering whether anybody has or knows someone with difficulty balancing, or someone with only one arm. I have noticed that although there are a lot of walking frames around, there is a general lack of walking frames for people with only one arm that…
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Research on Private Rental
Hi everyone. I’m looking for some help and feedback from wheelchair users who are looking for, having issues with private rental properties. We are a private property letting company, looking to convert some studio flats and one bed flats to make them accessible and available to wheelchairs users. What I want to know is…
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Medical Syringe Recall
Medicina Ltd is conducting a recall of medical syringes. These include their Oral Tip and ENFit Home Use Low Dose Syringes. Please see the attached document for more information
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You Don’t Look Sick: ‘I was told I was imagining my symptoms for three years’ - The Metro
Nicola
Deeley, 22, Winsford, Cheshire, lives with fibrous dysplasia of the skull – a
bone disorder in where scar-like tissue develops instead of normal bone. It
causes pain, misshapen bones and can lead to fractures. The condition can occur
in other parts of the body but when it is specifically in the skull, it can
cause…
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Could you be Lord Sugar's next business partner?
Never thought The Apprentice was for you? Think again, anyone can have a seed of an idea and become an entrepreneur, you just need the backing. If you apply to The Apprentice Series 16, that seed could become a fully-fledged and funded business! The winning candidate will receive an investment of £250,000 and will go into…
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Press request: pregnancy with a disability, do you get enough support?
Enable magazine are wanting to write a feature, looking at pregnancy with a disability. What do you wish you had known about? Do disabled pregnant women get enough support? If this is something you'd be interested in getting involved with then please message the community on community@scope.org.uk. 1st February 2020…
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Sex and Disability
Hello! I'm a university student doing an advertising campaign for Durex! This survey is to collect opinions for a campaign to empower disabled people by challenging preconceptions of 'real' sex, and to challenge stereotypes! I'd be super grateful if I could have your input and everything will be kept anonymous! Don't worry…
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Empowerment in sex for disabled people (Survey/Student Project)
Hi there! My name is Martina, I'm a Visual Communication student at Arts University Bournemouth. Together with my friend Laura I am working on a new project for Durex. Our task is to fight for diverse representation and empowerment in sex for disabled people. We are really passionate about this project and our goal is to…
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Disability Law
Hi I completed a Disability Discrimination Project whilst doing a Humanities Foundation degree in 2012. I've been tasked by my ESA adviser to update it and send it to the Disability coordinator in our local council. This is very flattering and exciting that I've been given the opportunity to help in some way. My question…