Challenging artist stereotypes
A group of people with learning difficulties and mental health issues are taking part in an exciting project in Haringey, North London, that aims to…
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Excellence in person-centred care
An event to discuss how to develop services for people with learning disabilities and mental health needs in order to give them more opportunities to…
Launch of Chippenham’s pet therapy with pygmy goats
The Greathouse in Chippenham is pioneering new forms of pet therapy, bringing pygmy goats into its centre for disabled people. The Leonard Cheshire Disability care…
Widnes Vikings and Community Integrated Care announce pioneering community partnership
Super League team, Widnes Vikings, and national social care charity Community Integrated Care, are proud to announce one of Britain’s most ambitious partnerships between a…
Jodie takes independence in her stride
A Lydd woman with learning difficulties is celebrating making the successful transition from leaving home to leading an independent life. Jodie Farrington Vickers, who has…
Councils still commissioning ‘undignified’ 15 minute care visits against government advice
More than 18 councils still using 15 minute care visits for personal care Flying visits continue despite Care Act guidance advising against them 6,000 fewer…
Ricoh Arena hosted Kidz to Adultz in the Middle 2016
Coventry’s Ricoh Arena hosted Kidz to Adultz in the Middle – one of the largest, free UK events dedicated to children and young adults up…
Ministers launch flagship Mencap Centre in Belfast
Mencap opens new £4.6m purpose built centre in Northern Ireland, the first of its kind in the UK for the learning disability charity First Minister…
Edinburgh man with autism takes on Silverstone Half Marathon
A 22 year old from Edinburgh, who has autism, is taking on his biggest ever challenge this Sunday when he runs a half marathon at…
Support model for people with learning disabilities cuts challenging behaviour by 60%
A new approach to support for people with learning disabilities has achieved some remarkable results. In randomised controlled trials the approach, dubbed Dimensions Activate, resulted in:…
The IIC Show Returns for 2016
The 2016 IIC Show – now in its second year, specialises in bringing forward the idea of inclusion, independence and choice for people associated mixed ability. Taking…
Rhiba’s got Christmas in the bag
A Cardiff woman who uses art to help her manage a mental health condition has created a line of Christmas accessories. Rhiba Rendell, who lives…
8 out of 10 disabled people and carers concerned about the future, Christmas survey finds.
Revitalise’s Dickens-inspired study reveals disabled people and carers’ outlook for the future is more Bleak House than Great Expectations. National disabled people’s charity Revitalise has unveiled the results…
People who receive support develop inspiring Christmas Message
A team that receives support and also helps improve the support that others receive, as experts by experience, has produced an inspiring Christmas Message video…
Respite is vital, carers unanimously agree
But guilt about claiming respite is a huge barrier, finds shock new Revitalise study 100% of carers agree that proper breaks away are vital in…