More than 3,000 younger people with MS living in care homes for the elderly
New research from the MS Society has found that thousands of younger people affected by the condition in England are not receiving sufficient support –…
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Beat the winter blues and book yourself an accessible holiday
Still feeling shocked that we’re in 2018 already? There’s no denying that the start of the year can be a pretty gloomy – so dust…
The Maori language is starting disability discussions
Talking about disability can, at times, make people feel uncomfortable and worried they will offend. More countries should follow the path of the Maori language…
Disability Confident: the scheme removing barriers to employment
It’s been just over a year since the government’s Disability Confident scheme launched, encouraging employers to up their game and modify their policies to make…
The government has spent £100 million stopping disability benefits
The government’s ongoing saga regarding disability benefits has come to a new low today as it’s been discovered the lengths it has gone to stop…
Gerber appoints first spokesbaby with Down’s Syndrome
Every year Gerber announce a new “spokesbaby” who will be featured on all its marketing products and in 2018, the baby magnates chose a picture…
15-minute care visits are being commissioned by councils
For many people who receive visits at home from carers, this is the only time that they’ll be able to chat to another person, talk…
Britain’s first guide horse trots into town
What happens when you need a guide dog but you’ve got a serious fear of man’s best friend? Mohammed Salim Patel has been causing quite…
Meet the disabled suffragettes who fought for the vote
It’s hard to believe but today marks 100 years since women over 30 got the vote in the UK. It wouldn’t be for another 10…
Thousands march to protest an NHS in intensive care
Last Saturday, thousands marched in London to demand an end to the ongoing NHS crisis. Carrying placards saying “more staff, more beds, more funds” and…
A family carer crisis in on the horizon for adults with disabilities
What will happen to our loved ones when we’re no longer able to be there for them? It’s a fear we all have, but for…
What’s the fuss about PIP?
The Department of Work and Pensions has announced that every person receiving Personal Independence Payments (PIP) will have their claim reviewed and it’s expected that…
Why won’t Hollywood cast disabled actors in disabled roles?
Joaquin Phoenix is the latest actor to be criticised for his upcoming role in Gus Van Sant’s biopic, ‘Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on…
Accessibility On Holidays Won’t Hold You Back With CleverCogs
Do you remember your first holiday? The excitement of researching sightseeing activities and looking up places to eat and stay is half the fun of…
Hampers provide a warm welcome to supported living residents
Relocating to supported living accommodation can be a daunting and life-changing event for many people. Moving to an unfamiliar environment, sometimes in a new…