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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…
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Why the DWP doesn't mind losing appeals
https://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/news/3702-13-december-2017-update?utm_source=iContact&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Benefits and Work&utm_content=V1+December+13+2017+newsletter Cost of Mandatory Reconsideration and Appeal to the DWP - £140 'Which explains why Sir Ernest Ryder, senior president of tribunals, recently told…
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Looking for help with research on mobility adaptations
Hello, I'm a non-disabled writer researching information for a client who provide vehicle mobility adaptations for customers with impairments. I wondered if anyone would be willing to give me some background about the challenges you've faced getting around, and how it feels when you find solutions to these problems. I…
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Have you faced discrimination at work?
Hi all, We’ve been approached by a journalist who is looking to hear from people who have faced discrimination at work, because of their disability. The work is still in the planning stage but the journalist would be very keen to hear your story. We are unable to name the title yet but
it is a highly reputable organisation…
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GWR Wheelchair Line Up Attempt UK 2019
Fancy being part of the LONGEST WHEELCHAIR LINE EVER?!!
a WORLD RECORD attempt is ON!!! sign up here! <a rel="nofollow" href="http://">jointheline.org.uk</a> please spread the word!
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Man Up?
On the 23rd of June, 1000 men will join forces to admit that having mental health issues is ‘ok’. SEOmers have liaised with schools, councils, police and local Ipswich businesses to pull off one of the most significant and unique male mental health awareness campaigns in the UK.
They are looking to reach out to males who…
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Would you like to be the new Volunteering Development Coordinator at Scope?
Here at Scope we are recruiting a new Volunteering
Development Coordinator! Do you enjoy enhancing the experiences of others? Would you be suited for this role? The role would be working with volunteers to ensure they have an enjoyable experience, supporting projects and delivering the volunteer award scheme. We are…
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Mental health text service launched by royals
Shout has been created by Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and will provide mental health support at the moment of crisis through texting. The charity Heads Together was originally created by William, Kate and Harry and they believe this is their most exciting announcement to date. The text…
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I know where to go to find all the accessibility information for my area/an area I plan on visiting
Hi everyone. I work for an international company who have asked us to create a UK wide accessibility guide (everything from travel to restaurants, activities and libraries etc). I understand that those with disabilities love to travel as much as everyone else, but are sometimes let down by places where their needs aren’t…
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As a disabled person/carer, I can easily obtain accessibility information when travelling in UK
Hi everyone. I work for Premier Inn and I am busy creating a UK wide accessibility guide. I understand that those with disabilities love to travel as much as everyone else, but are sometimes let down by places where their needs aren’t catered for. We’re creating a travel guide that enables people with disabilities, and…
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Music festival fundraiser for SDR for children and young adults
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Any recommendations for a Makaton Interpreter?
Hey there! I wondered if I could draw on your assistance in relation to a series of inclusive film events which I am co-organising? The Other Screen aims to challenge stereotypical attitudes towards disability. Our next event takes place in Brighton on the 17th of May. We already have a BSL interpreter, but are also…
