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Why investing in social care could boost the economy by helping disabled people be independent

27/07/2021

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Hannah in her powerchair with her carer and assistance dog in a supermarket

Disability charity Leonard Cheshire has found that social care could generate between £6 billion to £20 billion for the economy…

Work & Education

Why we need to put young disabled people at the heart of the response to Covid

07/07/2021

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Four young disabled people stood outside

Leonard Cheshire explains how young disabled people across the world have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Lifestyle

Actually I Can: independence and your dreams are possible as a disabled person

27/07/2020

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Woman in a wheelchair with her arms in the air on a beach at sunset holding balloons

Disability charity Leonard Cheshire has launched a campaign called Actually I Can, which encourages disabled people to share their stories…

Work & Education

Sir Stelios pledges more prize money for disabled entrepreneurs

04/09/2019

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Stelios with disabled winners from 2018 Stelios Awards

Are you a disabled entrepreneur that owns their own business? Why not enter the Stelios Awards UK, in partnership with…

News

United Nations’ Conference highlights importance of collaboration and innovation for disabled people

05/07/2019

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Leonard Cheshire Young Voices

Disability charity Leonard Cheshire tells us why collaboration and innovation is so important for disabled people, and how a recent…

News

Sophie Morgan to be the face of Leonard Cheshire’s Inclusive Education in Zambia campaign

05/01/2019

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Sophie Morgan in a radio studio

Disabled presenter Sophie Morgan is to be an ambassador for Leonard Cheshire’s Inclusive Education campaign, working to get disabled children…

Work & Education

Get involved… calling all disabled entrepreneurs

18/10/2012

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Are you a disabled entrepreneur? If so, then why not enter the Stelios Award for Disabled Entrepreneurs? Last weekend Co-editor…

Travel & Holidays

Martyn Sibley: Overcoming my disability to volunteer abroad

02/02/2012

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Disability Horizons’ Co-Editor Martyn Sibley is heading off on an amazing journey to volunteer in sunny Spain… For my readers…

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help
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New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World
Understanding the New EHRC Guidance on Reasonable Adjustments for Disabled Employees The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has recently published new guidance to help employers understand their legal obligations and the steps they can take to support disabled employees, especially in hybrid working environments. This guidance comes as a crucial resource for organizations The post New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Decline in Accessible Black Cabs
London’s Accessible Transport Crisis: Decline in Black Cabs Puts Mobility at Risk A sharp decline in wheelchair-accessible black cabs in London has raised alarm among disability advocates ahead of a key London Assembly meeting. The Disability Power 100, led by Founding Editor Dom Hyams, urges London Assembly members to confront Mayor Sadiq Khan and Transport The post Decline in Accessible Black Cabs appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Choosing the Right Stairlift
Choosing the Right Stairlift: A Full Guide Getting Up and Down Stairs Made Easier For many disabled people and people who find it hard to move around, stairs can be a big issue. Stairlifts can help make life easier. A stairlift is a seat that moves up and down stairs on a track. It helps The post Choosing the Right Stairlift appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
The Role of Disabled People in Healthcare: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path Forward
Understanding the Landscape of Healthcare Employment for Disabled People The healthcare sector is often seen as a symbol of progress and care, where new medical breakthroughs and patient support come together to make lives better. However, finding jobs in this field can be challenging, especially for disabled people. Even though there have been improvements The post The Role of Disabled People in Healthcare: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path Forward appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.