On World MS Day, charities are calling for improved mental health support for shielders
As life shielding in lockdown continues, a charity has called for improved mental health support and assistance for people who are shielding this World MS Day.
On World MS Day, charities are calling for improved mental health support for shielders
As life shielding in lockdown continues, a charity has called for improved mental health support and assistance for people who are shielding this World MS Day.
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Making MS Connections on World MS Day 2020
World MS Day is an annual event marked on 30 May, bringing the global MS community together to share their stories, raise awareness, and campaign for everyone living with MS.
Charity creates ‘upside down’ online story for families with autism affected by coronavirus
A new illustrated online story has been released by Ambitious About Autism, highlighting the impact coronavirus is causing for autistic children and their families.
Channel 4 presenter Jon Snow lends voice to coronavirus guidelines for people with sight loss
Channel 4 news presenter Jon Snow has recorded audio versions of crucial information around the ongoing coronavirus pandemic for people living with sight loss.
Enable Asks… Cherylee Houston
Coronation Street star, Cherylee Houston took time out of her day to get involved with Enable Asks and share her experiences of life in lockdown.
Care and support
Charity creates ‘upside down’ online story for families with autism affected by coronavirus
A new illustrated online story has been released by Ambitious About Autism, highlighting the impact coronavirus is causing for autistic children and their families.
Higher proportion of people with a learning disability dying with COVID-19, according to Mencap
Disability charity, Mencap has responded to NHS England data looking at COVID-19 related deaths to reveal that higher death rates can be found amongst people with a learning disability.
Enable Asks… Mark Millar
You’ve probably watched some of his characters during lockdown, but now, comic book writer Mark Millar reveals why the arts are so important at this time.
Motoring
Emergency HomeStay vehicle care from Allied Mobility
During these exceptional times, your safety remains the top priority of the Allied Mobility team. These are the service they can provide.
One Big Day and The Big Event announce rescheduled dates for 2020
Organisers have announced the cancellation of some regional One Big Day events and the postponement of The Big Event.
Employment and education
A disabled teenager is teaching thousands of people British Sign Language
100 disability charities unite to demand increase to all out of work benefits
Coronavirus and disability: new guidance from Businesses Disability Forum on what you should know
