Pandemic backlog could leave more people with motor neurone disease ‘trapped in homes’
People living with motor neurone disease (MND) are becoming trapped in inaccessible homes due to a failure to deliver essential home adaptations.
Pandemic backlog could leave more people with motor neurone disease ‘trapped in homes’
People living with motor neurone disease (MND) are becoming trapped in inaccessible homes due to a failure to deliver essential home adaptations.
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Pandemic backlog could leave more people with motor neurone disease ‘trapped in homes’
People living with motor neurone disease (MND) are becoming trapped in inaccessible homes due to a failure to deliver essential home adaptations.
Down’s Syndrome Association launch Emotional Wellbeing resources for people with Down’s syndrome, parents, and carers
The Down’s Syndrome Association have released free emotional wellbeing resources to support people with Down’s syndrome, parents, and carers.
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Hearing loss experts Clear Living have launched two visual guides featuring guidance and tips for improved communication for the D/deaf and HoH community.
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