The importance of kindness
With fears a mental health crisis is on the horizon it’s time we spoke about the elephant in the room and took some time to be kind to our mental wellbeing.
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Recognising invisible carers
Three carers discuss the need for recognition, more support and what changes they want to see going forward from the pandemic.
Time for improved healthcare access
A lack in provision of care for people with a learning disability has brought attention to the need for healthcare reform. Emma Storr investigates.
Coronavirus: Reviewing benefits
The way you apply and are assessed for different disability benefits has changed due to the pandemic. Here’s what you need to be aware of going forward.
Coronavirus: Dementia care on pause
Living with dementia at any time presents everyday challenges for that person and those around them, but coronavirus is making daily life harder for people with dementia.
Coming out lockdown with a disability
With lockdown restrictions easing it’s time to adapt. Three people share the challenges they face following the guidelines when living with a disability.
Disability blogger Emma Purcell launches campaign to make audio description compulsory
A petition has been launched by disability blogger Emma Purcell to make audio description compulsory on all films, TV, shows and streaming services.
Autism: challenging the new normal
Constant change to routines and government rules have created a challenging environment for autistic people, what adaptations have to be made?
Aldi trials audio prompts to help blind and partially sighted shoppers
Working with the RNIB, Aldi has announced it will trial audio prompts to help blind and partially-sighted customers safely enter its stores.
Mencap survey reveals people with a learning disability feel stuck in lockdown after social care cut
A new survey of family carers by Mencap has revealed that seven in ten people with a learning disability had their social care cut when in the most need.
Interview: On a journey of recovery
Quadruple amputee and sepsis survivor Caroline Coster speaks to Enable about the power of community after acquiring a disability.
Q&A: Samaritans volunteer Sabeeha tells Enable where you can find support
Throughout the coronavirus pandemic we have been urged to look after our physical health, but your mental health is just as important.
Matt Hancock calls for all GP consultations to be done remotely
Health secretary Matt Hancock has called for all GP consultations to take place remotely by default, leading to concerns for the disabled community.
Press Reset: Urgent call for change in the media backed by disabled celebrities
A new campaign seeks to inspire gatekeepers and those in positions of authority across film and TV to reset practices to establish an inclusive normal.
Coronavirus: millions necessary to get stroke research back on track
The UK’s leading stroke charity has warned that research faces a long-term threat due to the coronavirus pandemic.