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Wellbeing & Fitness

69% of people with learning disabilities say the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted their mental health

19/05/2021

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A man is sittting in an enclosed meerkat area, holding a meerkat

Leonard Cheshire and Mencap have received funding from the Covid-19 support fund to help people with disabilities in the community…

Entertainment & Culture

Lost Voice Guy and Bake Off stars take to virtual stage for Mencap’s Big Family Christmas Party

15/12/2020

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Lost Voice Guy and Bake Off stars among many others are teaming up with Mencap to host a virtual Big…

BBC Casualty story highlights health inequality for patients with learning disabilities

17/04/2020

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Dr Rash in Casualty

The BBC medical drama Casualty is set to air the finale of a three-part episode arc, which features the real-life…

News

Vodafone and Mencap partnership aims to improve the lives of people with learning disabilities

13/09/2019

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Man with Downs Syndrome looking at app MyLife app in kitchen with carer

Vodafone and Mencap have partnered in creating the Connected Living technology project that improves the lives of people with a…

Entertainment & Culture

Mencap Journalism Awards 2017: changing attitudes towards learning disability in the media

13/11/2017

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Trying to change attitudes towards learning disabilities in the media can be difficult. However, for a group of young journalists,…

Best Cup Holder for Disabled People: A Review of CouchCoaster and TableCoaster
Discover the best drinks holder for disabled people, including the CouchCoaster and TableCoaster, designed to provide stability, prevent spills, and promote independence. The post Best Cup Holder for Disabled People: A Review of CouchCoaster and TableCoaster appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
5 Ways to Make Halloween More Sensory-Friendly
Discover how to make Halloween more sensory-friendly for neurodivergent children. Learn practical tips to create a fun and accessible celebration that caters to their needs The post 5 Ways to Make Halloween More Sensory-Friendly appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help Expert Help with Filling in Your PIP Form: Tips and Tools to Simplify the Process Applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can be overwhelming, especially with the complexity of the PIP form. If you’re looking for help filling in a PIP form The post Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
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.