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The accident that made music accessible
You can listen to the interview on the BBC website or read the transcript. Please share your experiences about going to live music venues, was it accessible?
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Take on the Superhero Tri
Superhero Tri is back and we want you to join #TeamScope! It’s
an epic triathlon with no cut off times or equipment restrictions. Set in the
beautiful location of Dorney Lake in Windsor, Superhero Tri is an event you
won’t want to miss. Be part of the UK’s one and only disability sports series, choose your distance…
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Interview about invisible illness
Hi, I'm a second year student studying journalism. As part of my studies, I would like to write a feature article about someone living with an invisible illness. I based in Manchester and Sheffield so would be able to travel within reason to surrounding areas. However, if this is not suitable, a telephone interview would…
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Beach accessibility
An A Level student has asked us to circulate her questionnaire regarding determining what physically disabled people require when visiting on a beach. You can find her survey at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/27S92YR
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Dwp decision
How long does it take for the dwp to send you a decision after attending an assessment.i had mine 17 days ago and have heard nothing has of yet
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Masters research: The impact equipment has on the lives of parents of children with disabilities
Hello, we are two Occupational Therapy Masters student looking into the impact that equipment has on the lives of parents of children with disabilities. If this is something that you can relate to, please take 10 minutes to fill out our survey. Thank you! https://yorksj.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5tlFXNIzxbeMShf
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Wheelchair travel difficulties
Hello Im just conducting some research for a project Im currently doing and wondered if some of you guys could help me. My main question is what are your main difficulties when travelling with a wheelchair? And what do you think could be done to help resolve these issues? Thanks in advance!
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Take part in Suicide Prevention research commissioned by Samaritans and Network Rail
Middlesex University’s research to prevent suicides is listed on the ‘Nation’s Lifesavers List’ as part of its #MadeAtUni campaign. This research aims to develop a better understanding of how to support people in crisis and prevent suicide attempts has been named as on the ‘Nation’s Lifesavers List’ because of its…
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Want to write about your volunteering experience for Volunteers' Week? - Deadline next week! :o
Hi everyone, Edward here from Scope's Stories Team. :) Have you volunteered to gain work experience? Did volunteering give you new skills and confidence in your job search? Did volunteering help you find work? We're looking for someone to write a piece for Scope's website about volunteering to celebrate National Volunteers…
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Focus groups for parents in Leeds
Are you the parent or carer of a child or young person with an impairment or health condition? Do you live in Leeds? We’d like to hear about your family’s experience accessing mainstream activities for children and young people. We’re running focus groups next week on Wednesday 12 June . We can offer a £40 Amazon voucher…
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'It removes stigma': how tech breaks down barriers for disabled students
Being a disabled student can be challenging but rewarding
with the right support but more still needs to be done. Figures published by The
Department of Education on January 17th 2019 show “that the numbers going to university
from this underrepresented group has increased to a record amount. There were
94,120 new students…
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Did you notice a problem with your child's early movement?
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NHS Petition
NHS Petition Disabled people are having a lot of problems with GP’s unable to get appointments, unable to get GP to do a home visit when they are housebound, refusing to give out medication such as sleeping medication so making their patients seriously ill in health, refusing to refer the patients to consultants.Taking far…
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Be part of how Scope reviews and develops its services
Hi everyone, I'm Jess and I work as Evaluation Officer for Scope. I'd like to tell you about a project I'm running that I need your help with. As you hopefully know, Scope’s vision is a society where all disabled people enjoy equality and fairness. We’re a strong community of disabled and non-disabled people with a shared…
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BBC 1 9pm tonight Panarama - Crisis in social care part 1
This programme will be available on Iplayer shortly after broadcastCrisis in Care - Part 1: Who Cares? Panorama Panorama reveals the failings of our social care system, as our population gets older and more of us need help with day to day living. In the first of a two part series, the BBC's social affairs correspondent…
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Joke for Scope 2019 in Manchester
Joke for Scope is a night of stand up comedy featuring a line up of disabled and non-disabled comedians. The event acts as a stage to amplify the voices of disabled people and help to break down barriers. One in 5 of us is disabled, but the gap between disabled and non-disabled people is real and it's growing. Disabled…
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If you have been provided with equipment for your child please help with this short survey!
Hello, I am an Occupational Therapy Masters student looking into the impact that equipment has on the lives of parents of children with disabilities. I am hoping that this research will be able to provide some insight and aid improvement of equipment provision services. If this is something that you could help with, please…
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Sign the petition to end the abuse of autistic people & people with a learning disability
The events witnessed in the BBC #Panorama documentary are truly shocking. This abuse must have no place in today’s society. Sign the petition to end the abuse of autistic people & people with a learning disability in inpatient units. We need action now For anyone who saw last night’s @BBCPanorama – you’ll know how…
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Autism, Social Media & Quality of Life Study
Autism, Social Media & Quality of Life Study Introduction: Hello, I'm Elly and I'm a Psychology student at University of East London. I also have a sibling with autism. About the research: * I'm investigating the relationship between social media use and quality of life in adults with autism. * Social media is a widely…
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Nadiya: Anxiety and Me
Nadiya Hussain will be sharing her experiences with anxiety and panic attacks, in a one off documentary on BBC One tonight. The TV chef, author and TV presenter was introduced to us on the Great British Bake Off in 2015. The documentary will show Nadiya in therapy to find out the cause of her anxiety and exploring other…
